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4255 | Busting Barriers for Clients: Increase Collaboration and Access to Resources

Course Date:

Friday, October 27, 2017 at 1:00 PM - 4:15 PM

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Wednesday, May 3, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Saturday, October 21, 2017

Location:

MSU Federal Credit Union 4825 Mt. Hope Road,
East Lansing,
MI 48824

On the Web:

https://goo.gl/maps/Z3xhqvQiDyz

Description:

Have you run into “brick walls” when trying to help your clients access services? Does it seem like the system is working against your client preventing them from getting the services they need? In the current climate of uncertainty and reduced funding across most support sectors, it is even more important for service workers to look to each other for shared resources, cross-referrals, and networking forums to build capacity for the needs of clients. Establishing communities of practice, increasing the use of technologically driven tools, and sharing resources that mutually benefit clients and the agencies that serve them is necessary now more than ever. This workshop will teach you how to think creatively about existing resources, how to bust barriers through simple communication, and build a network of allies in serving clients using real-life examples and successes.

Available CECHs:

3.0

CE Faculty:

Shaun Taft

Credentials:
LMSW, MSA
Bio:
Shaun Taft, LMSW, MSA, received her MSW from University of Michigan and is the Social Innovation Fund Scaling and Replication Manager at United Way for Southeastern Michigan. She is also a 1996 MSA graduate from CMU with a concentration in management, and is a consultant for Wayne County Resource Champions.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Demonstrate how to integrate the concepts of Collective Impact and Communities of Practice to alleviate barriers to service access and provision.
2. Identify basic needs resource and referral tools.
3. Create a basic needs decision tree to help determine where barriers exist, and strategize how to overcome those barriers.
4. Compose strategies for how to create an enriched network of professionals that can build supportive relationships and strengthen work environments.

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
General:	99	79
MSU Alumni:	99	69
Retiree:	99	65
Student-MSU:	99	29
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	99	15
Field Instructor:	99	15
Field Liaison:	99	15

Comments:

*Recommended for interdisciplinary: social work, psychology, students, and other professionals.*

Register by October 20, 2017 to get the early registration pricing.  Prices will increase to $99 for all categories after this date.

Aging

4256 | Recognizing the Spiritual Dimension in Aging

Course Date:

Saturday, October 28, 2017 at 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Wednesday, May 3, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Saturday, October 21, 2017

Location:

Michigan State University,
Psychology Building 316 Physics Road,
East Lansing, MI 48824

On the Web:

https://goo.gl/maps/zMeypyX3sTx

Description:

According to research, there is a strong correlation between health and spirituality for older adults. In this workshop, you will learn a framework for definitions, concepts, insights, and knowledge of the spiritual dimension. Therapeutic interventions and a variety of evidence-based tools/instruments that can be utilized in practice will be discussed.

Available CECHs:

2.0

CE Faculty:

Linda J. Keilman

Credentials:
DNP, GNP-BC
Bio:
Linda Keilman, DNP, GNP-BC, has been an assistant professor in the College of Nursing at Michigan State University since 1992. She holds a doctorate in nursing practice from Oakland University and a master’s degree in nursing with a focus on gerontology from MSU. Dr. Keilman has been a practicing gerontological nurse practitioner (GNP) since 1989 and worked with the Geriatric Education Center of Michigan interprofessional team for over 20 years. Her current practice is in long-term care and sub-acute rehabilitation. (4/16)

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Differentiate between religion and spirituality.
2. Explain the major concepts integral to the spiritual dimension in older adults.
3. Identify therapeutic spiritual interventions that can be effectively utilized when working with older adults.

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
General:	79	59
MSU Alumni:	79	49
Retiree:	79	45
Student-MSU:	79	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	79	10
Field Liaison:	79	10
Field Instructor:	79	10

Comments:

Register by October 20, 2017 to get the early registration pricing. Prices will increase to $79 for all categories after this date.

4261 | Health and Mental Health Disparities in Aging

Course Date:

Saturday, November 18, 2017 at 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Wednesday, May 3, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Sunday, November 12, 2017

Location:

Michigan State University,
Psychology Building 316 Physics Road,
East Lansing, MI 48824

On the Web:

https://goo.gl/maps/cZ1rdjXjxAL2

Description:

In the United States, those from ethnic minority backgrounds have rapidly increased in population size. You will be presented with an overview of current research and knowledge on health and mental health as well as service delivery disparities in older people of ethnic-minority background in the United States. Special focus will be given to disparities pertaining to the Hispanic/Latino population, which currently is the largest minority population.

Available CECHs:

2.0

CE Faculty:

Daniel Vélez Ortiz

Credentials:
PhD, MSW
Bio:
Dr. Daniel Velez-Ortiz is Associate Professor in the School of Social Work at Michigan State University. He holds a Ph.D. and MSW in Social Work with specialization in Community Mental Health from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Describe major health disparities in health and mental health among minority populations.
2. Define service delivery disparities in health and mental health among minority populations.
3. Identify structural factors that contribute to existing disparities.
4. Describe cultural factors that must be addressed to reduce disparities.
5. Apply knowledge of cultural factors to a case example.

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
General:	79	59
MSU Alumni:	79	49
Retiree:	79	45
Student-MSU:	79	19
Field Liaison:	79	10
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	79	10
Field Instructor:	79	10

Comments:

Register by November 10, 2017 to get the early registration pricing. Prices will increase to $79 for all categories after this date.

Child Welfare In-Service Trainings

612-17 | CW: Personal Values and Beliefs: Building Sensitivity and Responsiveness to Child Welfare Youth and Families

Course Date:

Friday, October 27, 2017 at 9:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Friday, August 4, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Saturday, October 21, 2017

Location:

Holiday Inn Gateway Centre 5353 Gateway Centre,
Flint,
MI 48507

On the Web:

https://goo.gl/maps/BBh2fjDZLU52

Description:

Child welfare populations continue to be some of the most diverse and culturally
unique of any social groups. It is increasingly important for child welfare workers to build both cultural self-awareness and sensitivity and responsiveness to the clients they serve. In this training, you will review the historical effects of discrimination and oppression on the populations you serve. You will also explore your own personal values, beliefs, and cultural/racial/ethnic background and identity that impact your interaction with the families you serve. This training uses lecture and didactic and interactive exercises that enable you to learn key terminology, theoretical concepts, and practical applications to build your multicultural competency knowledge and skills.
This training will utilize role playing, exercises, small and large group discussions, and visual displays.

*Going Green - See Comments Box

Available CECHs:

3.0

CE Faculty:

Wardene B. Talley

Credentials:
MA
Bio:
Wardene B. Talley received her graduate degree in Criminal Justice/Political Science from Saginaw Valley State University after receiving her BSW from Bowling Green State University. Ms. Talley currently serves as Project Director of the local SAMSHSA funded System of Care. The initiative operates under the auspices of Saginaw County Community Mental Health Authority. She is a certified Trainer for California Based Multi-cultural Scale (CBMCS).

Objectives:

As a result of this training, you will be prepared to:
1. Explain the effects of discrimination and oppression on the populations you serve.
2. Identify your personal values, beliefs, and cultural/racial/ethnic background.
3. Demonstrate sensitivity and responsiveness when interacting with the populations
you serve.

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
General:	99	79
MSU Alumni:	99	69
Retiree:	99	65
Student-MSU:	99	29
Field Liaison:	99	15
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	99	15
Field Instructor:	99	15
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0	0

Comments:

Register by October 20, 2017 to get the early registration pricing.  Prices will increase to $99 for all categories after this date. 

These child welfare trainings are offered FREE OF CHARGE for DHHS child welfare workers and DHHS-contracted private agencies' child welfare workers on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS.

*We are Going Green! In the spirit of going Spartan “Green,” we will not be distributing printed materials during our in-person events. Instead, we have developed a resource webpage that will host materials such as the PowerPoint presentations, and
resources. The link to this page will be emailed to you prior to the training.
We will provide lined paper to take notes on at the program event; however, if you prefer to have the PowerPoint or any of the materials in front of you, please ensure you print them prior to your arrival. We encourage you to bring electronic devices to refer to the handouts link if you do not wish to print them ahead of time.

613-17 | CW: Mental Health in the Foster Home: Coaching Foster Parents in Suicide Prevention

Course Date:

Thursday, November 16, 2017 at 9:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Friday, August 4, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Friday, November 10, 2017

Location:

Greater Lansing Association of REALTORS® 4039 Legacy Parkway,
Lansing,
MI 48911

On the Web:

https://goo.gl/maps/izdEFG8qKCJ2

Description:

Children in foster care are at a significantly higher risk of suicidal thoughts
and action than are the general population, but foster parents typically have little to no training in basic youth mental health issues, prevention, or crisis planning. In this training, you will learn strategies for coaching foster parents on issues of mental health awareness and suicide prevention. You will develop an expanded awareness of the importance of risk factors and safety planning and be better able to coach foster parents on these topics. This training will utilize role playing, exercises, games, small and large group discussions, and visual displays.

*Trauma Certificate Elective Course*
*Going Green - See Comments Box

Available CECHs:

3.0

CE Faculty:

Jody Nelson

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Jody Nelson, LMSW. Michigan State University. License #6801084727, Michigan. Prevention Therapist in Children’s Emergency Services, Clinton Eaton Ingham Community Mental Health Authority.

Objectives:

As a result of this training, you will be prepared to:
1. Identify risk factors and protective elements which help mitigate suicide risk.
2. Recognize warning signs of suicide.
3. Summarize basic safety and crisis planning strategies for foster parents to use in the home.

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
General:	99	79
MSU Alumni:	99	69
Retiree:	99	65
Student-MSU:	99	29
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	99	15
Field Instructor:	99	15
Field Liaison:	99	15
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0	0

Comments:

Register by November 9, 2017 to get the early registration pricing.  Prices will increase to $99 for all categories after this date. 

These child welfare trainings are offered FREE OF CHARGE for DHHS child welfare workers and DHHS-contracted private agencies' child welfare workers on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS.

*We are Going Green! In the spirit of going Spartan “Green,” we will not be distributing printed materials during our in-person events. Instead, we have developed a resource webpage that will host materials such as the PowerPoint presentations, and
resources. The link to this page will be emailed to you prior to the training.
We will provide lined paper to take notes on at the program event; however, if you prefer to have the PowerPoint or any of the materials in front of you, please ensure you print them prior to your arrival. We encourage you to bring electronic devices to refer to the handouts link if you do not wish to print them ahead of time.

601-18 | CW: Self-care as Professional Self-investment: Mindful Self-care for the Prevention of Secondary Traumatic Stress

Course Date:

Friday, February 16, 2018 at 1:15 PM - 4:30 PM

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Friday, August 4, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Saturday, February 10, 2018

Location:

Greater Lansing Association of REALTORS® 4039 Legacy Parkway,
Lansing,
MI 48911

On the Web:

https://goo.gl/maps/izdEFG8qKCJ2

Description:

In this training, you will learn to define secondary traumatic stress and the conditions that may expose staff to secondary traumatic stress, and begin to assess your exposure to workplace conditions that may impact your mental health and heart-space. You will be able to identify supports and resources to improve your self-care as well as utilize self-assessment tools for reflection. You will utilize mindfulness techniques for self-care while addressing the holistic needs of the self. You will also be given an opportunity to learn how to assess your self-needs and will be provided resources on how to take care of yourself as a child welfare team member.This training will utilize exercises, small and large group discussions, and visual displays.

*Going Green - See Comments Box

Available CECHs:

3.0

CE Faculty:

Stephanie McCann

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Stephanie McCann has worked in the field of social work since 2007 and child welfare since 2009. In her current position, Ms. McCann works for the Michigan State University School of Social Work as Academic Recruitment Specialist and Faculty member. She has worked in foster care as a case manager, therapist, supervisor, and program manager within private agency and public settings. Her interests include trauma informed parenting, mindfulness and meditation practices, trauma sensitive yoga, child welfare recruitment practices, and all things Michigan State University.

Objectives:

As a result of this training, you will be prepared to:
1. Define secondary traumatic stress (STS) from direct and secondhand trauma exposure.
2. Recognize and assess levels of trauma exposure in the workplace.
3. Identify supports to help manage any experienced secondary traumatic stress, including the introduction to mindfulness-based self-care for STS management.

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
MSU Alumni:	99	69
General:	99	79
Retiree:	99	65
Student-MSU:	99	29
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	99	15
Field Instructor:	99	15
Field Liaison:	99	15
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	99	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	99	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	99	0

Comments:

Register by February 9, 2018 to get the early registration pricing.  Prices will increase to $99 for all categories after this date. 

These child welfare trainings are offered FREE OF CHARGE for DHHS child welfare workers and DHHS-contracted private agencies' child welfare workers on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS.

*We are Going Green! In the spirit of going Spartan “Green,” we will not be distributing printed materials during our in-person events. Instead, we have developed a resource webpage that will host materials such as the PowerPoint presentations, and
resources. The link to this page will be emailed to you prior to the training.
We will provide lined paper to take notes on at the program event; however, if you prefer to have the PowerPoint or any of the materials in front of you, please ensure you print them prior to your arrival. We encourage you to bring electronic devices to refer to the handouts link if you do not wish to print them ahead of time.

600-18 | CW: Working With Parents Who Have Mental Illness: Helping Children and Families Learn, Understand, and Build Resilience

Course Date:

Friday, February 16, 2018 at 9:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Friday, August 4, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Saturday, February 10, 2018

Location:

Greater Lansing Association of REALTORS® 4039 Legacy Parkway,
Lansing,
MI 48911

On the Web:

https://goo.gl/maps/izdEFG8qKCJ2

Description:

In this training, you will focus on understanding and working with families with a parent with a mental illness. The “insider” views and experiences of family members will be particularly highlighted, including how to talk to children about parental mental illness. You will also learn about creating a family psychiatric crisis plan as well as emerging programs to support families. This training will include one or more case examples, active discussions, and hands-on activities. This training will utilize exercises, small and large group discussions, and visual displays.

*Going Green - See Comments Box

Available CECHs:

3.0

CE Faculty:

Joanne Riebschleger

Credentials:
Ph.D., LMSW, ACSW
Bio:
is an Associate Professor at the School of Social Work, Michigan State University. Dr. Riebschleger has two decades of social work practice experience. She conducts research, writes, and lectures nationally and internationally on families of people with schizophrenia and other serious psychiatric disorders.

Objectives:

As a result of this training, you will be prepared to:
1. Identify two or more key points important in talking to a child about
parental mental illness.
2. List three items that belong in a family psychiatric crisis plan.
3. Identify emerging programs to support children, parents, and other family
members in families with a parent with a mental illness.

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
General:	99	79
MSU Alumni:	99	69
Retiree:	99	65
Student-MSU:	99	29
Field Liaison:	99	15
Field Instructor:	99	15
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	99	15
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0	0
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0	0

Comments:

Register by February 9, 2018 to get the early registration pricing.  Prices will increase to $99 for all categories after this date. 

These child welfare trainings are offered FREE OF CHARGE for DHHS child welfare workers and DHHS-contracted private agencies' child welfare workers on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS.

*We are Going Green! In the spirit of going Spartan “Green,” we will not be distributing printed materials during our in-person events. Instead, we have developed a resource webpage that will host materials such as the PowerPoint presentations, and
resources. The link to this page will be emailed to you prior to the training.
We will provide lined paper to take notes on at the program event; however, if you prefer to have the PowerPoint or any of the materials in front of you, please ensure you print them prior to your arrival. We encourage you to bring electronic devices to refer to the handouts link if you do not wish to print them ahead of time.

603-18 | CW Caregiver: Brains and Behavior: What You Need to Know to Better Understand Your Child

Course Date:

Saturday, April 28, 2018 at 9:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Friday, August 4, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Sunday, April 22, 2018

Location:

Hannah Community Center 819 Abbot Road,
East Lansing,
MI 48823

On the Web:

https://goo.gl/maps/WyfshSRUfuC2

Description:

Join Terri to learn about healthy brain development and how that differs from brain development that has been impacted by exposure to substances before birth as well as prenatal/early childhood chronic trauma. Behavioral, emotional, and social concerns for these children will be explored. Interventions that are proven effective for traumatized children will be discussed.

Available CECHs:

0.0

CE Faculty:

Teri Pardee

Credentials:
Ph.D
Bio:
Terri Pardee Ph.D., LPC (Michigan 6401008157) is a psychology professor at Spring Arbor University and Director of Bounce, an enrichment program for children ages 3-10 who have experienced chronic trauma. She earned her PhD in Counseling Psychology from Andrews University. Dr. Pardee has experience as a high school counselor and CMH therapist.

Objectives:

As a result of this training, you will be prepared to:
1. Identify three specific brain structures that are impacted by prenatal substance exposure.
2. Describe the impact of prenatal and postnatal trauma on the developing brain.
3. Link behavioral challenges to brain development to help inform intervention
possibilities.

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
Michigan Child Welfare System Caregivers (birth pa:	0	0

Comments:

These trainings are FREE OF CHARGE for birth parents, foster parents, adoptive parents, and relative parent caregivers with children in their home engaged with the Michigan child welfare system.

606-18 | CW Caregiver: The Real Work of Creating Families for Adolescent Boys With Trauma Histories and Criminal Justice Involvement

Course Date:

Saturday, August 11, 2018 at 9:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Friday, August 4, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Sunday, August 5, 2018

Location:

WMU Beltline Conference Center 2333 E. Beltline Avenue SE,
Grand Rapids,
MI 49546

On the Web:

https://goo.gl/maps/ZBuW4sGLHzH2

Description:

Cole Williams will share his experiences as an African American single foster/adoptive parent who has raised male youth who have experienced trauma and the criminal justice system. Cole’s son will be in attendance, and together they will look at how labeling, mental health, trauma, and multiple-system involvement impacted the trajectory of their lives and their work as a father and son team. Join them to learn about the commitment, advocacy, and hard work that is involved in making a difference in the lives of youth who are often ill served by the child welfare system.

Available CECHs:

0.0

CE Faculty:

Cole Williams

Credentials:
NA
Bio:
Cole Williams is the CEO and Founder of “Son To A Father” and “Cole Speaks”, which are programs that work to empower and restore relationships between teens and their parents. Cole has developed curricula and workshops that explore the journey of family-hood. He is a motivational speaker, trainer, facilitator, mentor, community leader and most importantly a father. Cole’s most recent work has been dedicated to providing fatherhood training, support, and materials for the Michigan Adolescent Pregnancy and Prevention Program (MI-APPP). He also provides life skills and leadership development to incarcerated youth throughout Kent County. Additionally, Cole Williams and his sons teach inside one of Michigan’s correctional facilities where they provide a father and son parenting enrichment workshop weries for incarcerated fathers.

Objectives:

As a result of this training, you will be prepared to:
1. Recognize common roadblocks in effective engagement of foster and adoptive male caregivers in child welfare practices and identifying methods for overcoming them.
2. Identify two strategies to maximize engagement with foster and adoptive male
caregivers when there is a concern of compassion fatigue.
3. Recognize caregiver traumas and the impact on their relationships and behaviors with the children in their care.

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
Michigan Child Welfare System Caregivers (birth pa:	0	0

Comments:

These trainings are FREE OF CHARGE for birth parents, foster parents, adoptive parents, and relative parent caregivers with children in their home engaged with the Michigan child welfare system.

Children & Families

4262 | Using Play and Expressive Arts Therapies to Work with Traumatized Children

Course Date:

Friday, December 1, 2017 at 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Open Seats / Class Size:

0 / 65 (FULL)

This course is full and cannot accept any more registrants.

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Wednesday, May 3, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Saturday, November 25, 2017

Location:

The Leona Group 2123 University Park Drive,
Okemos,
MI 48864

On the Web:

https://goo.gl/maps/aN8XM56epUU2

Description:

This Ruth Koehler Endowed workshop will introduce Flexibly Sequential Play Therapy, a developmentally sensitive trauma model that translates evidence informed trauma interventions into fun, playful, and clinically sound play-based techniques. The model shows how to develop a bedrock of safety and nurture through the play environment that mitigates the family’s approach to hard content. Treatment goals will target enhancing safety and security, assessing and augmenting coping, soothing the physiology, creating trauma narratives through play and other expressive arts, and addressing cognitive distortions. You will leave with a better understanding of how to weave directive and non-directive approaches together while practically expanding their toolkits by dozens of interventions.

*Trauma Certificate Elective Course*

This course is approved through the Association for Play Therapy: APT Approved Provider 08-229
Lunch is included.

Available CECHs:

6.0

CE Faculty:

Paris Goodyear-Brown

Credentials:
LMSW, RPT-S
Bio:
Paris Goodyear-Brown is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor with 20 years of experience in treating traumatized and attachment disturbed children and families. She is the Clinical Director and Senior Clinician of Nurture House, serves as the Executive Director of the Lipscomb Play Therapy and Expressive Arts Center, is an Adjunct Instructor of Psychiatric Mental Health at Vanderbilt University, and has an international reputation as a dynamic speaker and innovative clinician. She is best known for developing clinically sound, played-based intervention models that are used to treat a variety of childhood problems. She has received the APT award for Play Therapy Promotion and Education and is the author of multiple books, chapters and articles related to child therapy. Her newest books include Tackling Touchy Subjects, the Handbook of Child Sexual Abuse: Identification, Assessment, and Treatment, Play Therapy with Traumatized Children: A Prescriptive Approach and The Worry Wars: An Anxiety Workbook for Kids and their Helpful Adults. Other publications can be found at www.nurturehouse.org.

Objectives:

After the workshop, you will be able to:
1. State at least 3 self-directed ways in which children use the playroom to increase their sense of safety and security.
2. Describe 4 play-based interventions that decrease a child's physiological arousal.
3. List 4 play therapy strategies that augment a child’s positive coping repertoire.
4. Describe 4 play-based mediums that enrich a client’s trauma narrative work.

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
General:	179	159
MSU Alumni:	179	149
Retiree:	179	139
Student-MSU:	179	49
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	179	30
Field Liaison:	179	30
Field Instructor:	179	30

Comments:

*Trauma Certificate Elective Course*

Lunch is included. 

This course is approved through the Association for Play Therapy: APT Approved Provider 08-229

Register by November 24, 2017 to get the early registration pricing. Prices will increase to $179 for all categories after this date.

Registration for this course is Closed.
this course has reached or exceeded its capacity.

Clinical Programs

112-17 | Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF–CBT) *Lunch Included

Course Dates:

Monday, October 23, 2017 at 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Tuesday, October 24, 2017 at 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Wednesday, August 9, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Tuesday, October 17, 2017

Location:

Jackson County ISD 6700 Browns Lake Road Jackson,
Michigan 49201

Description:

Trauma Focused–Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF–CBT) is a components-based psychosocial treatment model that incorporates elements of cognitive-behavioral, attachment, humanistic, empowerment, and family therapy models. TF–CBT is an evidence-based therapy model that supports healing for children, adolescents, and families.

Available CECHs:

12.0

CE Faculty:

Kristine Buffington

Credentials:
MSW, LISW-S
Bio:
Kristine Buffington, MSW, LISW-S, earned her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Eastern Michigan University and was a cum laude graduate. She earned her Master's Degree in Social Work from Western Michigan University. She has over 27 years of experience as a clinical social worker, therapist, agency administrator, trainer and consultant in the area of child traumatic stress. She has published papers on trauma-informed policy and the connections between traumatic stress and risk of juvenile delinquency.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Explain the importance of providing trauma-informed treatment.
2. Demonstrate two assessments that assist in creating a pathway for trauma-informed care.
3. Describe the nature of the empirical evidence that supports trauma-focused CBT.
4. Identify strategies to support and measure TF-CBT model fidelity.
5. Define each of the components of TFCBT, the rationale for each component, and at least three strategies or tools to practice each treatment component.
6. Identify ways to adapt TFCBT for special populations.

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
General:	349	329
MSU Alumni:	349	299
Retiree:	349	289
Student-MSU:	349	199
Field Liaison:	349	60
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	349	60
Field Instructor:	349	60

Comments:

Register by October 15, 2017 to get the early registration pricing.  Prices will increase to $349 for all categories after this date.  

*Lunch is included

4254 | Ethics in Child Treatment

Course Date:

Thursday, October 26, 2017 at 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Open Seats / Class Size:

4 / 50

Seats for this course are filling up!
Sign up today!

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Wednesday, May 3, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Friday, October 20, 2017

Location:

Greater Lansing Association of Realtors® 4039 Legacy Parkway,
Lansing,
MI 48911

On the Web:

https://goo.gl/maps/auARizipdYk

Description:

Working with children brings with it a number of ethical considerations. In this workshop, you will learn about the importance of a clear ethical framework when working with children, a very vulnerable population. You will also learn about the role of personal values and expectations about children and how that might influence treatment. You will review case studies to enhance the ethical issues discussed. In conclusion, you will discuss different ethical decision-making models.

*Meets Ethics Criteria*
*Trauma Certificate Elective Course*

Available CECHs:

6.0

CE Faculty:

Victoria Fitton

Credentials:
PhD, LMSW, ACSW
Bio:
Victoria Fitton, PhD, LMSW, ACSW, Associate Clinical Professor and Director of MSW Program, holds the Ruth Koehler Endowed Clinical Professorship in Children Services for the School of Social Work at Michigan State University where she teaches advanced clinical practice courses and child therapy at the graduate level. For many years she was a practicing clinical social worker and expressive therapist with a specialization in complex trauma including childhood sexual abuse with complicating factors. Dr. Fitton is a frequent presenter for the School of Social Work and other agencies across the State. Her areas of interest include: mother-infant attachment, attachment across the lifespan, child development, child treatment including play and other expressive therapies, the intersection of attachment and trauma, and interpersonal neurobiology. (9/15)

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Define the rationale for thinking ethically and critically about treating children.
2. Identify personal values and expectations about children and how that impacts treatment and personal ethics.
3. Describe three to five potential ethical considerations when working with children.
4. Illustrate the rationale and necessity of utilizing an ethical decision-making model.

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
General:	159	139
MSU Alumni:	159	129
Retiree:	159	119
Student-MSU:	159	99
Field Liaison:	159	30
Field Instructor:	159	30
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	159	30

Comments:

*Meets Ethics Criteria*
*Trauma Certificate Elective Course*

Register by October 19, 2017 to get the early registration pricing. Prices will increase to $159 for all categories after this date.

4257 | Resolving Rather than Managing Chronic Pain: The Brain’s Response to Trauma

Course Date:

Thursday, November 2, 2017 at 9:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Open Seats / Class Size:

0 / 60 (FULL)

This course is full and cannot accept any more registrants.

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Wednesday, May 3, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Friday, October 27, 2017

Location:

Greater Lansing Association of Realtors® 4039 Legacy Parkway,
Lansing,
MI 48911

On the Web:

https://goo.gl/maps/p471C3owYYT2

Description:

Health professionals often work with clients that present with chronic health symptoms that appear to have no direct explanation, including pain, anxiety, depression, fatigue and insomnia. In this workshop, you will learn about the individual differences between clients that are experiencing pain and how trauma and unresolved emotional experiences often contribute to these conditions. You will learn about the current research related to clients with chronic pain that do not have a nociceptive component to their pain, but rather pain that is generated by neural pathways in the brain. You will learn about the neurological basis for this view and strategies for working with such clients. In addition, you will learn about the overall impact of trauma on the brain and how it contributes to chronic pain.

*Meets Pain Management
*Trauma Certificate Elective Course

Available CECHs:

3.0

CE Faculty:

Howard Schubiner

Credentials:
MD
Bio:
Howard Schubiner, MD, is an internist and director of the Mind Body Medicine Center at Providence Hospital in Southfield, MI. He is also a clinical professor at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. He has authored more than 100 publications in scientific journals and books and lectures regionally, nationally, and internationally. Dr. Schubiner has consulted for the American Medical Association, the National Institute on Drug Abuse, and the National Institute on Mental Health. He is a senior teacher of mindfulness meditation. His books include Unlearn Your Pain and Unlearn Your Anxiety and Depression, and the forthcoming Hidden in Plain Sight.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Recognize the potential of the brain to produce pain and other symptoms.
2. Explain how pain can be generated by either tissue damage or neural pathways by way of a traumatic life narrative.
3. Describe the outcomes of current pain management strategies.
4. Identify ways health professionals can assist with managing chronic pain syndrome, including emotional responses.
5. Describe research on musculoskeletal pain syndromes.
6. Explain typical processes that lead to chronic non-structural pain.
7. Use an evaluation of clients with chronic non-structural pain.
8. Describe a Biopsychosocial intervention for such patients who suffer with Chronic Pain Syndrome.

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
General:	129	99
MSU Alumni:	129	89
Retiree:	129	79
Student-MSU:	129	49
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	129	15
Field Liaison:	129	15
Field Instructor:	129	15

Comments:

*Meets Pain Management 
*Trauma Certificate Elective Course

Register by October 26, 2017 to get the early registration pricing. Prices will increase to $129 for all categories after this date.

Registration for this course is Closed.
this course has reached or exceeded its capacity.

4259 | Sharing the Burden of War: “Thank You for Your Service” Isn’t Good Enough

Course Date:

Thursday, November 9, 2017 at 1:00 PM - 4:15 PM

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Wednesday, May 3, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Friday, November 3, 2017

Location:

Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center 219 S Harrison Rd,
East Lansing,
MI 48824

On the Web:

http://maps.google.com/maps?q=East+Lansing+-+please+check+back+for+exact+location.+

Description:

The wars in Afghanistan and Iraq are now our nation’s longest wars, with more than 2.7 million troops deployed to these combat zones since 9/11. With suicide now taking more lives than war, the time for human service professionals to share the burden of war has come. Through the sharing of personal accounts of war, you will gain a greater awareness and understanding of combat trauma, moral injury, and other invisible wounds. You will also experience an immersive style workshop that uses multi-model instruction. You will be provided with resources available to support veterans.

*Graphic content warning*
Award-Winning Instructors

Available CECHs:

3.0

CE Faculty:

Tina Blaschke-Thompson

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Tina Blaschke-Thompson, LMSW (MSU), is the Statewide Blended and Weekend MSW Program Coordinator and an Award-Winning Senior Clinical Instructor for the School of Social Work at MSU. Her teaching includes policy advocacy, lifespan development, introduction to infant mental health, and she is the instructor for the new combat veterans course.

Glenn Stutzky

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Glenn Stutzky, LMSW (UofM), is an Award-Winning Senior Clinical Instructor for the School of Social Work at MSU. His expertise and teaching includes school violence and bullying, policy analysis, disaster preparedness, and he is a co-instructor for the new combat veterans course.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Relate the trauma of war through stories shared by combat veterans.
2. Recognize the nature and impact of moral injury.
3. Describe the sacrifices combat veterans have made and the burden they carry.

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
General:	99	79
MSU Alumni:	99	69
Retiree:	99	65
Student-MSU:	99	29
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	99	15
Field Liaison:	99	15
Field Instructor:	99	15

Comments:

*Trauma Certificate Elective Course

Register by November 2, 2017 to get the early registration pricing. Prices will increase to $99 for all categories after this date.

4260 | Secondary Trauma and Self-care - Lansing

Course Date:

Friday, November 17, 2017 at 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Open Seats / Class Size:

3 / 45

Seats for this course are filling up!
Sign up today!

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Wednesday, May 3, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Saturday, November 11, 2017

Location:

Greater Lansing Association of Realtors® 4039 Legacy Parkway,
Lansing,
MI 48911

On the Web:

https://goo.gl/maps/wB6z6v225vy

Description:

Secondary traumatic stress occurs because of exposure to the traumatic experiences of others. Professionals and other caregivers that are exposed to secondary traumatic stress can develop symptoms similar to post-traumatic stress disorder. This exposure results in adverse effects to the mind, brain and body. In this workshop, you will learn about these adverse effects from a physical and emotional perspective. You will discuss concrete intervention models and strategies that promote reduced anxiety and a sense of well-being for both the client and the helper. You will also learn mindfulness techniques and the importance of self-compassion.

Trauma Certificate Core Course

Available CECHs:

6.0

CE Faculty:

Annie Lange

Credentials:
BSN, LMSW, ACSW
Bio:
Annie Lange, BSN, LMSW, ACSW has served as a clinical faculty member for the MSU School of Social Work. Anne has an active private practice with special interest in self-care, attachment, interpersonal neurobiology and adoption issues. Anne has Advanced Trainer Certification in the Nurtured Heart Approach. Anne readily admits that her greatest teachers have been her six children, five of whom are adopted. (8/13)

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1.Identify the effects of trauma exposure for clients and helping professionals.
2.Apply concrete mindfulness strategies to support healing of the brain, mind and body, which promotes a sense of well-being.
3.Summarize the science based strategies and impact of self-compassion.
4.Describe various intervention models that support mindfulness and resilience.

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
General:	159	139
MSU Alumni:	159	129
Retiree:	159	119
Student-MSU:	159	99
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	159	30
Field Liaison:	159	30
Field Instructor:	159	30

Comments:

*Trauma Certificate Core Course

Register by November 10, 2017 to get the early registration pricing.  Prices will increase to $159 for all categories after this date.

Exam Preparation Courses

942 | Social Work Licensure Exam Preparation Course - MSU Campus

Course Date:

Friday, December 1, 2017 at 5:50 PM - 9:15 PM

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Tuesday, May 9, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Saturday, November 18, 2017

Location:

MSU Campus - Check back for exact location

On the Web:

http://maps.google.com/maps?q=MSU+Campus+-+Check+back+for+exact+location

Description:

Trust the Most Experienced Exam Prep Course!

This 10-hour Social Work Licensure Examination Preparation Course is designed for recent graduates of social work and experienced practitioners taking master’s-level Social Work Licensure Examinations in Michigan.

Available CECHs:

0.0

CE Faculty:

Cheryl Williams-Hecksel

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Cheryl Williams-Hecksel is on the faculty of the MSU School of Social Work. She has been with the School of Social work since 2006 and prior to that has more than 20 years of clinical and administrative experience in public and private child welfare and mental health agencies. She is the coordinator of the School's Evidence Based Trauma Treatment Certificate. She is involved in MSU's work with the National Child Welfare Workforce Institute. She provides frequent professional continuing education related to ethics, supervision and child trauma. (6/15)

Stephanie McCann

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Stephanie McCann has worked in the field of social work since 2007 and child welfare since 2009. In her current position, Ms. McCann works for the Michigan State University School of Social Work as Academic Recruitment Specialist and Faculty member. She has worked in foster care as a case manager, therapist, supervisor, and program manager within private agency and public settings. Her interests include trauma informed parenting, mindfulness and meditation practices, trauma sensitive yoga, child welfare recruitment practices, and all things Michigan State University.

Shani Saxon

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Shani Saxon, LMSW is the owner and clinical provider of Turning Corners Consulting, Inc. where she provides consulting services and emotional/behavioral counseling to individuals, agencies and groups. Shani is also a clinical instructor at Michigan State University-School of Social Work and co-adviser to the Students for Social Work Activism & Advocacy Group at Michigan State University.

Kelley Blanck

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Kelley Blanck, LMSW, is currently the Professional Development Specialist for MSU School of Social Work Continuing Education Department. She is also a faculty member, teaching Macro level classes for the school. Prior to MSU, Ms. Blanck worked for 20 years in the public mental health field, in both clinical and macro level areas. Her areas of specialty include grant writing, strategic planning, focus group facilitation, program development, and data analysis. In addition, she is a certified Trauma Trainer, with a particular focus on foster/adoptive trauma exposure.

Paul Dripchak

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Paul Dripchak has worked in the mental health field, specializing in crisis intervention and family therapy. He is currently an academic advisor for MSW students in the Michigan State University School of Social Work. He also teaches assessment and advanced clinical practice courses at MSU.

Objectives:

The course includes the following:
1. Information-packed sessions focused on passing the licensing exam.
2. Thorough reviews of social work practice and theory.
3. Comprehensive study material, including content outline, lecture notes, and practice exams.
4. Extensive lecture outlines to reinforce learning.
5. Practice examinations to sharpen test-taking skills by increasing speed and accuracy.
6. Face-to-face instruction from four different faculty, each highly qualified
with extensive experience.

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
General:	329	299
WMU School of Social Work Alumni:	329	279
EMU School of Social Work Alumni:	329	279
MSU Alumni:	329	279
Student-NASW:	329	279

Comments:

Register by November 17, 2017 to get the early registration pricing.  Prices will increase to $319 for all categories after this date. 

“This licensure preparation program and materials associated with it were not included in the Association of Social Work Boards’ Approved Continuing Education (ACE) review and are not approved by ASWB for continuing education nor endorsed by ASWB in any manner.”

Leadership

602-18 | CW Leadership: Supervisory Toolkit for Managing Secondary Trauma and Workplace Stress - Lansing

Course Date:

Thursday, April 19, 2018 at 9:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Friday, August 4, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Friday, April 13, 2018

Location:

Greater Lansing Association of Realtors® 4039 Legacy Parkway,
Lansing,
MI 48911

On the Web:

https://goo.gl/maps/x6A4hnXMgyw

Description:

Child welfare supervisors can have significant impact on reducing and mitigating the level of stress their workers experience. A number of strategies and tools have proven effective. This training will explore the application of a range of supervisory interventions and tools that promote resilience and retention in child welfare staff. Strategies for engaging workers, assessing and understanding specific worker stressors, intervening at the organizational, team, and individual worker levels will be disseminated. Supervisor self-assessment and reflection, key ingredients for assuring that these interventions are effective, will be a focus of discussion.

*Going Green- See comments box.

Available CECHs:

3.0

CE Faculty:

Rosemary Jackson

Credentials:
LMSW, ACSW
Bio:
Rosemary Jackson is a clinical instructor, child welfare and adoption specialist and coordinates the Adoption Certificate and Supervision in Child and Family Services Certificate programs for MSU School of Social Work. She has over 35 years of experience in adoption in the state of Michigan.

Cheryl Williams-Hecksel

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Cheryl Williams-Hecksel is on the faculty of the MSU School of Social Work. She has been with the School of Social work since 2006 and prior to that has more than 20 years of clinical and administrative experience in public and private child welfare and mental health agencies. She is the coordinator of the School's Evidence Based Trauma Treatment Certificate. She is involved in MSU's work with the National Child Welfare Workforce Institute. She provides frequent professional continuing education related to ethics, supervision and child trauma. (6/15)

Objectives:

As a result of this training, you will be prepared to:
1. Identify two tools that can be used to assess workers’ experience with secondary trauma and workplace stress.
2. Explore and apply employee engagement strategies that can be used to engage workers in a reflective and supportive supervisory relationship.
3. Develop an implementation plan for supervisor strategies that promote resilience with individual workers and teams.

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
DHHS Child Welfare Supervisors (CPS, FC, AD):	0	0

Comments:

FREE OF CHARGE for DHHS and DHHS- contracted private agency SUPERVISORS on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS.

*We are Going Green! In the spirit of going Spartan “Green,” we will not be distributing printed materials during our in-person events. Instead, we have developed a resource webpage that will host materials such as the PowerPoint presentations, and resources. The link to this page will be emailed to you prior to the training. We will provide lined paper to take notes on at the program event; however, if you prefer to have the PowerPoint or any of the materials in front of you, please ensure you print them prior to your arrival. We encourage you to bring electronic devices to refer to the handouts link if you do not wish to print them ahead of time.

604-18 | CW Leadership: Supervisory Toolkit for Managing Secondary Trauma and Workplace Stress - Grand Rapids

Course Date:

Friday, May 11, 2018 at 9:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Friday, August 4, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Saturday, May 5, 2018

Location:

WMU Beltline Conference Center 2333 E. Beltline Avenue SE,
Grand Rapids,
MI 49546

On the Web:

https://goo.gl/maps/ZBuW4sGLHzH2

Description:

Available CECHs:

3.0

CE Faculty:

Rosemary Jackson

Credentials:
LMSW, ACSW
Bio:
Rosemary Jackson is a clinical instructor, child welfare and adoption specialist and coordinates the Adoption Certificate and Supervision in Child and Family Services Certificate programs for MSU School of Social Work. She has over 35 years of experience in adoption in the state of Michigan.

Cheryl Williams-Hecksel

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Cheryl Williams-Hecksel is on the faculty of the MSU School of Social Work. She has been with the School of Social work since 2006 and prior to that has more than 20 years of clinical and administrative experience in public and private child welfare and mental health agencies. She is the coordinator of the School's Evidence Based Trauma Treatment Certificate. She is involved in MSU's work with the National Child Welfare Workforce Institute. She provides frequent professional continuing education related to ethics, supervision and child trauma. (6/15)

Objectives:

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
DHHS Child Welfare Supervisors (CPS, FC, AD):	0	0

Comments:

FREE OF CHARGE for DHHS and DHHS- contracted private agency SUPERVISORS on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS.

*We are Going Green! In the spirit of going Spartan “Green,” we will not be distributing printed materials during our in-person events. Instead, we have developed a resource webpage that will host materials such as the PowerPoint presentations, and resources. The link to this page will be emailed to you prior to the training. We will provide lined paper to take notes on at the program event; however, if you prefer to have the PowerPoint or any of the materials in front of you, please ensure you print them prior to your arrival. We encourage you to bring electronic devices to refer to the handouts link if you do not wish to print them ahead of time.

605-18 | CW Leadership: Supervisory Toolkit for Managing Secondary Trauma and Workplace Stress - Livonia

Course Date:

Thursday, May 31, 2018 at 9:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Friday, August 4, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Friday, May 25, 2018

Location:

VisTaTech Center,
Schoolcraft College 18600 Haggerty Road,
Livonia, MI 48152

On the Web:

https://goo.gl/maps/RBh4TrSsNwA2

Description:

Available CECHs:

3.0

CE Faculty:

Rosemary Jackson

Credentials:
LMSW, ACSW
Bio:
Rosemary Jackson is a clinical instructor, child welfare and adoption specialist and coordinates the Adoption Certificate and Supervision in Child and Family Services Certificate programs for MSU School of Social Work. She has over 35 years of experience in adoption in the state of Michigan.

Cheryl Williams-Hecksel

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Cheryl Williams-Hecksel is on the faculty of the MSU School of Social Work. She has been with the School of Social work since 2006 and prior to that has more than 20 years of clinical and administrative experience in public and private child welfare and mental health agencies. She is the coordinator of the School's Evidence Based Trauma Treatment Certificate. She is involved in MSU's work with the National Child Welfare Workforce Institute. She provides frequent professional continuing education related to ethics, supervision and child trauma. (6/15)

Objectives:

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
DHHS Child Welfare Supervisors (CPS, FC, AD):	0	0

Comments:

FREE OF CHARGE for DHHS and DHHS- contracted private agency SUPERVISORS on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS.

*We are Going Green! In the spirit of going Spartan “Green,” we will not be distributing printed materials during our in-person events. Instead, we have developed a resource webpage that will host materials such as the PowerPoint presentations, and resources. The link to this page will be emailed to you prior to the training. We will provide lined paper to take notes on at the program event; however, if you prefer to have the PowerPoint or any of the materials in front of you, please ensure you print them prior to your arrival. We encourage you to bring electronic devices to refer to the handouts link if you do not wish to print them ahead of time.

Online Courses

344-17 | Online: How to Develop & Deliver Effective Social Work Continuing Education Webinars for MSU

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Sunday, January 1, 2017

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced.

Description:

Many professionals with considerable expertise have reservations about instructing a webinar. Whether you are a seasoned trainer of in-person programs or have never presented but have a valuable social work related topic to teach, we encourage you to learn some nuts and bolts technical skills. This webinar will look at regulatory and credentialing considerations, as well as how to engage and interact with an audience of up to 100 people whom you may never see or hear—all while having fun!

No CECH offered.

Available CECHs:

0.0

CE Faculty:

Amanda Morgan

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Amanda Morgan, LMSW received her Masters of Social Work from the University of Michigan, where she specialized in program evaluation. Amanda serves as a consultant for nonprofit organizations doing program evaluation and capacity building, and is the Coordinator of Professional Distance Education at Michigan State University in the School of Social Work.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Describe specific techniques for engaging and interacting with an online audience.
2. Define regulatory and credentialing considerations for distance learning.
3. Name two tools for delivering distance learning programming at MSU.

Pricing Information:

MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	15
Retiree:	15
Field Instructor:	15
Student-MSU:	9
MSU Alumni:	19
General:	29

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

310-17 | Online: Finding & Utilizing Services for Adoptive Families

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Tuesday, November 29, 2016

Location:

Online d2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

Adoptive families have unique service needs. Assessing for appropriate client-specific service as well as identification of adoption sensitive services will be the focus of this online course.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Rosemary Jackson

Credentials:
LMSW, ACSW
Bio:
Rosemary Jackson is a clinical instructor, child welfare and adoption specialist and coordinates the Adoption Certificate and Supervision in Child and Family Services Certificate programs for MSU School of Social Work. She has over 35 years of experience in adoption in the state of Michigan.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Identify three common post adoption service needs of families.
2. List two state or national adoption specific resources.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Student-MSU:	9
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

311-17 | Online: Hope & Resilience: Moving Past Secondary Traumatic Stress in Child Welfare Practice

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Tuesday, November 29, 2016

Location:

Online d2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

Secondary Traumatic Stress is a reality for all child welfare workers. This online course will encourage you to reflect upon people's intent to do this work and how the work itself impacts their hope and motivation. A range of risk and protective factors that impact the experience of child traumatic stress will be explored within the context of coping strategies that foster resiliency in workers.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Cheryl Williams-Hecksel

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Cheryl Williams-Hecksel is on the faculty of the MSU School of Social Work. She has been with the School of Social work since 2006 and prior to that has more than 20 years of clinical and administrative experience in public and private child welfare and mental health agencies. She is the coordinator of the School's Evidence Based Trauma Treatment Certificate. She is involved in MSU's work with the National Child Welfare Workforce Institute. She provides frequent professional continuing education related to ethics, supervision and child trauma. (6/15)

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Define secondary traumatic stress(STS) and related terms and understand its impact on child welfare outcomes.
2. Explore risk and protective factors for STS.
3. Identify worker coping strategies that foster resilience.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Student-MSU:	9
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

312-17 | Online: Suicide Assessment, Management and Intervention

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Tuesday, November 29, 2016

Location:

Online d2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

Suicide ideation and suicide presentation by clients present grave professional and personal concerns for clinicians who worry about the client’s safety, ultimate wellbeing or potential death, ethical issues, legal issues and sanctions, and ability to perform competent clinical practice. This webinar is designed to address some of these issues. You will learn a step-by-step assessment protocol for suicide presentation. You will learn to assess the level of risk presented by a suicidal client. You will be given an overview of a contextual ethical and legal frame for dealing with suicidal clients. Prepare to learn steps for suicide management and intervention.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Victoria Fitton

Credentials:
PhD, LMSW, ACSW
Bio:
Victoria Fitton, PhD, LMSW, ACSW, Associate Clinical Professor and Director of MSW Program, holds the Ruth Koehler Endowed Clinical Professorship in Children Services for the School of Social Work at Michigan State University where she teaches advanced clinical practice courses and child therapy at the graduate level. For many years she was a practicing clinical social worker and expressive therapist with a specialization in complex trauma including childhood sexual abuse with complicating factors. Dr. Fitton is a frequent presenter for the School of Social Work and other agencies across the State. Her areas of interest include: mother-infant attachment, attachment across the lifespan, child development, child treatment including play and other expressive therapies, the intersection of attachment and trauma, and interpersonal neurobiology. (9/15)

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Implement and document a 3-part process of suicide assessment: EVALUATE the client’s risk, DOCUMENT everything, and CONSULT.
2. Assess the level of risk presented by the suicidal client: none, mild, moderate, severe, extreme.
3. Implement this specifically structured interview for a suicidal client: listening/engagement, normalization, validation, exaggeration of life, emotional support, cooperative creation of plan, definition of support system, provision of resources, and follow-up.
4. Describe three different suicide management options for your client.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Liaison:	19
Field Instructor:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

313-17 | Online: Safety Planning

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Tuesday, November 29, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

Safety planning is a tool used to minimize the risks faced by those we serve. During this webinar, you will learn the value and effectiveness of safety planning with their clients. Scenarios will be presented and sample safety plans will be created.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Jennifer Trotter

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Jennifer Trotter, LMSW is a seasoned trainer and has presented on a variety of topics related to clinical social work practice, child welfare, supervision and management. She has over 17 years of social work experience in child welfare programs. Jennifer has held positions in direct service, management and senior leadership. Jennifer earned her bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Eastern Michigan University and her MSW from Wayne State University.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Create safety plans around specific risks facing clients.
2. Identify the difference and importance of creating proactive and reactive steps in the safety planning process.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

314-17 | Online: Effective Courtroom Advocacy

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Tuesday, November 29, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

Workers spend a great deal of time preparing for court and presenting evidence in court proceedings. Very frequently, the worker does not know what specific information the judge or referee needs in order to make a specific finding or ruling. This program will address this deficiency. Further, judges have many different perspectives on how they would like workers to testify, but some general guidelines can be presented based on feedback from a number of practicing judges. This program will present a summary of do's and don'ts for Michigan judges. Finally, this program will seek to enable workers to more effectively present their position to ensure that judges understand the workers' reasoning and recommendations.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Joseph Kozakiewicz

Credentials:
JD, LMSW
Bio:
Joseph Kozakiewicz is an aspiring minimalist. He earned bachelor’s and law degrees from Columbia University in 1985 and 1988, and an MSW from Grand Valley State University in 2000. Mr. Kozakiewicz worked for Ottawa County’s Family Court first as a Circuit Court Referee and then as Director of the Friend of the Court before he became Director of the MSU Chance at Childhood Program in 2003.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:

1. Identify the legal issues Judge’s must address/resolve in child welfare cases.
2. Summarize what a Judge expects from you in the courtroom.
3. Describe how to most effectively meet the Judge’s expectations and ensure that your position is heard.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

315-17 | Online: Children of Parents with a Mental Illness

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Tuesday, November 29, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This course begins with illustrations of children describing their experiences growing up with a parent with a serious mental illness. It will help answer some important questions about a group of high risk children who are all too often invisible to health and human services networks. For example, What do we know about children who have a parent with a mental illness? How can social workers and others better recognize and attend to the needs and strengths of COPMI children and their family members?

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Joanne Riebschleger

Credentials:
Ph.D., LMSW, ACSW
Bio:
is an Associate Professor at the School of Social Work, Michigan State University. Dr. Riebschleger has two decades of social work practice experience. She conducts research, writes, and lectures nationally and internationally on families of people with schizophrenia and other serious psychiatric disorders.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. State two or more overarching needs reported by children who have a parent with a mental illness.
2. Describe two or more impacts of mental illness stigma on these children and families.
3. Describe four or more child and family risk factors.
4. Give a description of a mental health literacy or other community-based program for the children.
5. Suggest two or more ways to serve the children and their families.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
Student-MSU:	9
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

316-17 | Online: Adolescent Self Harm

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Tuesday, November 29, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This online course will cover the definitions and symptoms of self-harm, social myths about self-injury, factors that contribute to self-harming behavior, and treatment options. We will also discuss suicide risk factors and suicide management in the context of crisis intervention.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Victoria Fitton

Credentials:
PhD, LMSW, ACSW
Bio:
Victoria Fitton, PhD, LMSW, ACSW, Associate Clinical Professor and Director of MSW Program, holds the Ruth Koehler Endowed Clinical Professorship in Children Services for the School of Social Work at Michigan State University where she teaches advanced clinical practice courses and child therapy at the graduate level. For many years she was a practicing clinical social worker and expressive therapist with a specialization in complex trauma including childhood sexual abuse with complicating factors. Dr. Fitton is a frequent presenter for the School of Social Work and other agencies across the State. Her areas of interest include: mother-infant attachment, attachment across the lifespan, child development, child treatment including play and other expressive therapies, the intersection of attachment and trauma, and interpersonal neurobiology. (9/15)

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Identify a broad list of self-harming behaviors and some of the factors that contribute. to the onset of those behaviors.
2. Identify suicide risk factors and implement suicide management techniques.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

319-17 | Online: Working with Transgender People: Creating Spaces that are Safe, Inclusive and Affirming

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Tuesday, November 29, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

As our society develops a wider understanding of gender variance, transgender people have become more visible than ever before. With more openly trans people seeking services, it is important that social workers provide spaces that are safe, inclusive and affirming to all people, regardless of their gender identity. This online course aims to help you better understand what it means to be transgender and suggests ways social workers and agencies can position themselves to better serve the transgender community.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Jason Kae-Smith

Credentials:
LMSW, CST
Bio:
Jason Kae-Smith is an AASECT-Certified Sex Therapist with a practice in Grand Rapids, MI. Jason is also a Narrative Therapy training consultant for Evanston Family Therapy Center in Evanston, IL, as well as a professional musician.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Identify three ways social workers and agencies can increase safety, inclusivity, and affirmation for transgender people.
2. Demonstrate increased knowledge of what it means to be transgender.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
Student-MSU:	9

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

320-17 | Online: Addressing Boundaries: Ethics in Rural Social Work Practice

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

Identifying and managing appropriate boundaries is essential to ethical practice. This online course will explore appropriate boundaries in helping relationships, boundary violations, and ethical dilemmas as they relate to the Code of Ethics and the influence of values. Through examining the literature, reflecting on values and ethical guidelines, you will explore issues and complexities of ethical social work practice in rural settings. A model for decision making will be presented and utilized.

*Meets Ethics Criteria

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Julie Navarre

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Julie Navarre, LMSW is the Director of Field Education for the MSU School of Social Work. She has taught within the MSU School of Social Work in the practice, field education, human behavior, and the social environment sequences. She has twenty years of clinical and administrative experience. Julie received her B.S in secondary education and biology from Bradley University and her MSW from the University of Illinois at Chicago.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Apply a decision-making model to ethical dilemmas.
2. Identify values that impact practice decisions.
3. Identify strategies to manage boundary issues and risks that arise in rural practice.

Pricing Information:

General:	49
MSU Alumni:	39
Retiree:	29
Field Liaison:	29
Field Instructor:	29
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	29
Student-MSU:	9

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

321-17 | Online: Clinical Trauma Informed Assessment

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

Trauma Informed Clinical Assessment for TF-CBT clinicians will address pre/mid/post treatment assessment recommendations for the implementation of TF-CBT; and specific review of assessment strategies. Standardized tools administration and good clinical observation will be discussed. Specific tools will include the Trauma History Checklist (Habib), the Post Traumatic Stress Checklist for Children (PSCC), Child Dissociative Checklist (CDC), Young Child PTSD Checklist (YCPC, and Adolescent Dissociative Experiences Scale. Other assessment resources will also be introduced.

*Intermediate to Advanced Skill Level

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Connie Black-Pond

Credentials:
MA, LMSW, LPC
Bio:
Connie Black-Pond is Co-Founder and Clinical Director of the Southwest Michigan Children’s Trauma Assessment Center. She has over 30 years of experience working with children and families in the Child Welfare System and is a recognized trauma expert, including the assessment and treatment of traumatized children and adults. Connie has also facilitated and provided TF-CBT consultation (with permission from TF-CBT developers) with over 25 cohorts of therapists in Michigan, including those participating in Michigan's DHHS Trauma Initiative since 2008.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Administer and score the Trauma History Checklist, the PSCC and dissociative checklists.
2. Consider the range of information obtained in assessment to consider diagnosis and TF-CBT application.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

322-17 | Online: Parent-Child Attachment Relationships and the Effects of Attachment Disruption

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

General overview of attachment, parent-child attachment relationships, and the effects of attachment disruption on the emotional and behavioral lives of children. The formation of parent-infant/child attachment relationships and the impact of an infant/child’s attachment style on all current and future relationships and functioning will be briefly touched upon. The connections between attachment and emotional regulation and between attachment and behavioral expressions will be discussed. A description of the nature of a positive attachment relationship and the mediating factors of secure attachment in the midst of unfavorable life events will be considered. This will be contrasted with the effects of disrupted attachment. A symptom checklist will be introduced as a diagnostic aid.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Victoria Fitton

Credentials:
PhD, LMSW, ACSW
Bio:
Victoria Fitton, PhD, LMSW, ACSW, Associate Clinical Professor and Director of MSW Program, holds the Ruth Koehler Endowed Clinical Professorship in Children Services for the School of Social Work at Michigan State University where she teaches advanced clinical practice courses and child therapy at the graduate level. For many years she was a practicing clinical social worker and expressive therapist with a specialization in complex trauma including childhood sexual abuse with complicating factors. Dr. Fitton is a frequent presenter for the School of Social Work and other agencies across the State. Her areas of interest include: mother-infant attachment, attachment across the lifespan, child development, child treatment including play and other expressive therapies, the intersection of attachment and trauma, and interpersonal neurobiology. (9/15)

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Articulate the nature and necessity of a secure parent-child attachment relationship.
2. Identify and articulate the connection between attachment relationships and emotional and behavioral regulation in children.
3. Utilize a checklist to assess attachment disruption, dysregulation, and disorder.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Liaison:	19
Field Instructor:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

323-17 | Online: Supervision in Child Welfare: Strategies to Engage and Support Workers

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This online course will explore an overview of strategies for child welfare supervisors to engage and support workers. Included in these strategies will be (1) supportive engagement within a developmental framework, (2) mitigating the impact of secondary trauma and workplace stress, (3) managing the impact of technology changes on worker engagement.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Cheryl Williams-Hecksel

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Cheryl Williams-Hecksel is on the faculty of the MSU School of Social Work. She has been with the School of Social work since 2006 and prior to that has more than 20 years of clinical and administrative experience in public and private child welfare and mental health agencies. She is the coordinator of the School's Evidence Based Trauma Treatment Certificate. She is involved in MSU's work with the National Child Welfare Workforce Institute. She provides frequent professional continuing education related to ethics, supervision and child trauma. (6/15)

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:

1. Understand how phases of professional developmental suggest specific strategies for engagement in supervision.
2. Identify the impact of secondary trauma on workers and supervision.
3. Identify the impact of technology on employee engagement and supervision.
4. Explore supervisory strategies that support worker development, engagement and satisfaction.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

324-17 | Online: Detection and Diagnosis of Substance Use Conditions

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This online course will provide basic understanding of detection and diagnosis of substance use conditions. Specific tools to identify alcohol, tobacco, and drug use will be discussed. Additionally, an overview of diagnosis using DSM-V criteria will be presented.

*Qualifies as MCBAP Specific

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Brian Ahmedani

Credentials:
Ph.D., LMSW
Bio:
Brian Ahmedani, PhD, LMSW, is a research scientist at Henry Ford Health System with appointments in the Center for Health Policy and Health Services Research and the Department of Psychiatry. He teaches courses as an adjunct faculty member for the MSU School of Social Work.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Identify screening tools to detect substance use problems.
2. Understand the DSM-V criteria for substance use disorders.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Liaison:	19
Field Instructor:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

325-17 | Online: Working with Immigrant Children & Their Families

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This online course will provide an overview of our often misunderstood immigration system, giving special attention to the ways in which issues of immigration law and status interact with family law. The online course will give a general overview of the U.S. Immigration system and highlight the ways in which interactions with family service and child protection systems create both opportunities and dangers for immigrant families and social work professionals.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Elinor Jordan

Credentials:
JD
Bio:
Elly Jordan is a Supervising Attorney in the Immigration Law Clinic and an Adjunct Professor of Refugee & Asylum Law. Before attending law school, she worked in San Salvador, El Salvador and Washington, D.C. as an advocate and grassroots organizer for human rights in Central America. Elly graduated summa cum laude from the Michigan State University College of Law in 2011. While at the Law College, Elly was the editor-in-chief of the Michigan State Law Review, and obtained a certificate in trial advocacy. Upon graduation, she served as a law clerk to the Honorable David W. McKeague of the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. She later joined the Grand Rapids, Michigan office of Warner Norcross & Judd as an associate in appellate litigation, where she litigated criminal and employment matters in state and federal courts. Elly’s work at the Immigration Law Clinic includes a special focus on the unaccompanied minor aspect of the Clinic’s docket at all stages, from initial legal screenings and Know Your Rights presentations to representation before the Immigration Court and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1.Recognize risks, challenges and opportunities when immigration status issues arise in the context of child protection work.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

326-17 | Online: Advance Care Planning

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

Advance Care Planning involves learning about types of decisions that might need to be made during end of life processes. Formulating an Advance Care Plan and Advance Directives lets others know what YOUR choices are and provides a framework for providing care and services if you cannot express your values and desires. Advance Care Planning offers an opportunity to have open discussions with your loved ones about care preferences before an illness or injury.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Erica Holman

Credentials:
LMSW, LNHA, CDP
Bio:
Erica Holman, BA, LMSW, LNHA, CDP, is a risk management consultant with Evolucent. She serves as silver examiner for the American Health Care Association’s Quality Awards program and is the Health Care Association of Michigan’s social work consultant.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Describe emergency treatments that may be offered as a result of injury or illness.
2. Explain differences between Hospice, Palliative and Comfort Care.
3. Describe how to use resources to draft an Advance Care Plan and/or Advance Directive.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Liaison:	19
Field Instructor:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

327-17 | Online: The Power of Peer Support for Foster & Adoptive Families

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This online course will give an overview of the benefits of agencies’ utilization of parent to parent or peer support programs for foster and adoptive parents. You will learn ways to incorporate various program models into your own agency, as well as learn about existing parent-lead programs in Michigan and how they can benefit client families.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Katie Page Sander

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Katie Page Sander, LMSW (Michigan #6801081287), is 1997 graduate of the University of Michigan School of Social Work. Katie has nineteen years of experience in child welfare, including direct practice, supervision, training, community organization, program management, and policy development. She is currently the Program Supervisor of Adoptive Family Support Network's Statewide Parent to Parent Program, which provides a listening ear, knowledgeable guidance and community connections for all adoptive families in Michigan.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Identify 3 ways that peer support from veteran foster/adoptive families can improve agency service delivery and client satisfaction.
2. Identify 3 ways to incorporate parent to parent or peer support models into existing agency programming.
3. Name and define 3 existing parent to parent/peer support programs for foster and adoptive families in their area.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

328-17 | Online: Creating Safety for Children

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

Psychological safety is a critical piece of caring for children in the child welfare system. This online course will equip child welfare professionals with a framework for understanding psychological safety and its components. You will gain strategies for helping caregivers increase psychological safety for children in their homes.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Liz Sharda

Credentials:
LMSW, PhD candidate
Bio:
Liz has worked for over ten years in the child welfare field, and has also been a foster parent for nine years. Liz's experiences include residential treatment, foster care, trauma treatment, and training professionals and parents (foster, adoptive, and biological) on the impact of child trauma. Liz is an Assistant Professor of Social Work at Hope College and is currently pursuing a PhD at Michigan State University. (updated 10/11/17)

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Distinguish between physical and psychological safety.
2. Identify three components of psychological safety.
3. Cite a strategy for helping caregivers increase psychological safety for children in their homes.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

330-17 | Online: Psychological Interventions for Pain Management

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

Inflammatory responses in the nervous system plays a key role in the development and persistence of many pathological pain states. Research literature indicates that psycho social interventions may have significant effects on pain. For example, the relaxation response immediately alters gene expression tied to inflammation which in turn may reduce the individual's pain response.

*Meets Pain Criteria

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Julie Navarre

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Julie Navarre, LMSW is the Director of Field Education for the MSU School of Social Work. She has taught within the MSU School of Social Work in the practice, field education, human behavior, and the social environment sequences. She has twenty years of clinical and administrative experience. Julie received her B.S in secondary education and biology from Bradley University and her MSW from the University of Illinois at Chicago.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Describe the relaxation response.
2. Identify 3 types of psychological interventions effective in managing pain.

Pricing Information:

General:	49
MSU Alumni:	39
Retiree:	29
Field Instructor:	29
Field Liaison:	29
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	29
Student-MSU:	9
ACE:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

335-17 | Online: Elder Care: What We Can Learn From Finland

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Friday, January 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

At the same time that we are facing global aging, countries are struggling with workforce shortages and economic changes that require them to renegotiate their social welfare systems in politically acceptable ways. This online course will present basic information about the structure of elder care in the United States and Finland, some health and social welfare outcomes from each country, and strengths and weaknesses of each approach to care.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Amanda Toler Woodward

Credentials:
PhD
Bio:
Dr. Woodward received her M.A. in 1997 from the University of Chicago School of Social Service Administration and her PhD in Social Work and Sociology in 2007 from the University of Michigan. She is an Associate Professor of Social Work at Michigan State University.

Ulla-Maija Koivula

Credentials:
MBA
Bio:
Ulla-Maija Koivula works as a principal lecturer at Tampere University of Applied Sciences (TAMK) in Finland. She is specialized in welfare policy and social services as well as in management. She has a post-graduate degrees in social policy (minor in sociology) and in management (MBA) and she is a qualified vocational teacher. Koivula’s present interest areas are service design and collaboration service planning, comparative research of welfare and employment services. Currently she is doing evaluation research on interprofessional entrepreneurship pilot education in TAMK and collaborating in a comparative study related to elderly care in the US and Finland with professor Amanda Woodward from MSU. She has been engaged in international collaboration in higher education over 20 yrs and she has also worked as an independent consultant in EuropeAid, Tacis and World Bank projects in transition countries.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Identify key differences and similarities between the approaches to elder care in the United States and Finland.
2. Give examples of the strengths and weaknesses of each approach to care.
3. Describe ways each approach might realistically integrate aspects of the other.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Field Liaison:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Student-MSU:	9

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

334-17 | Online: Compassion Fatigue in End of Life Care

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

As part of the inter-professional team of end-of-life caregivers, social workers are exposed to multiple stressors. This can be in their work with dying individuals and their families as well as in their functioning within rapidly changing health care organizations. This online course explores the unique professional stress of social workers in end-of-life care settings and offers practical protective mechanisms and coping strategies.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Sally Pelon

Credentials:
LMSW, PhD
Bio:
Sally Pelon, PhD, LMSW, is currently employed as an assistant professor at Grand Valley State University and has 17 years of experience in hospice and palliative care.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Describe the unique stress of end-of-life social work.
2. Define compassion fatigue and compassion satisfaction.
3. Identify strategies that serve to protect against compassion fatigue.
4. Apply appropriate coping tactics.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

336-17 | Online: Caregiver - Advocating for My Child in the School System

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This online course will help foster, adoptive, and kinship parents understand how to best advocate for their children around common issues in the school system.

Available CECHs:

0.0

CE Faculty:

Tracy Kapusansky

Credentials:
LLMSW
Bio:
Tracy Kapusansky is a Program Manager at the Judson Center for their Post Adoption Resource Centers. Tracy has a MSW from Eastern Michigan University. Tracy is the mother of six children, four of whom joined her family through adoption. Tracy knows and understands the challenges that can come with adopting and raising children.

Rachel Kornilakis

Credentials:
MS
Bio:

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be prepared to:
1. Describe tips to enhance school advocacy by caregivers.
2. Discover ways to cope with common school issues.
3. Recognize steps in the IEP process.

Pricing Information:

Michigan Child Welfare System Caregivers (birth pa:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

337-17 | Online: Supporting & Strengthening Early Relationships for Children in the Child Welfare System

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

Opportunities for you to define and develop strategies that will support the process of developing secure attachments will be presented in this online course. Infant mental health strategies and principles that will improve relationships between primary caregivers and young children will be introduced and you will increase your understanding of how to support the social and emotional development of young children, particularly those in the child welfare system.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Karol Wilson

Credentials:
LMSW, IMH-E (IV)
Bio:
Karol Wilson is an MSU graduate. She has over 20 years of experience in Early Childhood. She currently co- supervises the “Partnering with Parents Early Childhood Program at Starfish Family Services. She also supervises Baby Power, a parent child attachment group. She has served on the Metro Detroit Infant Mental Health Board and the Michigan Association for Infant Mental Health as a co-chair on the state board and was one of the first Michigan Association of Infant Mental Health Diversity Fellows.

Gillian Ogilvie

Credentials:
MA, LPC, IMH-E (III)
Bio:
Gillian has been working with children and families as a Licensed Professional Counselor (#6401010430) since graduating from Oakland University in 2007. She works in outpatient, home, and community settings to help clients and families achieve their goals as well as provides reflective supervision.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Identify 3 interventions used to support parent infant relationships.
2. Define attachment and give 2 examples of strategies that support secure attachment.
3. Identify 1-3 Strategies to build secure attachments for children who are in the child welfare system.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Liaison:	19
Field Instructor:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

338-17 | Online: Intro to Ethics

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This online course will describe the challenges associated with ethical decision making in social work practice. Approaches from philosophy will be examined to find relevant guidelines for professional practice. Principles to apply to practice decisions will be extracted from these philosophical approaches. This examination of philosophical approaches will highlight some key points for making an ethical analysis and leading to ethical decision-making.

*Meets Ethics Criteria

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Gary Anderson

Credentials:
PhD, LMSW
Bio:
Gary Anderson has an MSW from the University of Michigan and PhD from the School of Social Service Administration, the University of Chicago. He has taught at Hunter College School of Social Work in New York City, directed the School of Social Work at Michigan State University for 15 years, and is currently a professor at MSU. He has directed the federally funded National Resource Center for Permanency Planning (at Hunter College) and is currently leading the MSU team for the National Child Welfare Workforce Institute. For the past 13 years, he has led federally funded projects addressing child welfare leadership and workforce development. He began his social work career as a child protective service worker in the state of Michigan. (4/16)

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1 Identify the two primary philosophical approaches to determining right and wrong.
2 Identify and define four guiding principles for ethical decision making.
3 Apply these approaches and principles to social work practice.

Pricing Information:

General:	49
MSU Alumni:	39
Retiree:	29
Field Liaison:	29
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	29
Field Instructor:	29
Student-MSU:	9

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

339-17 | Online: Leadership Principles of a Mobile Workforce

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This online course will introduce the principles and concepts for supervising a mobile workforce. Learn about the impact of telecommuting on the supervisory experience. Get ideas about how to create a foundation for supervision that supports staff development with an emphasis on staff retention.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Rosemary Jackson

Credentials:
LMSW, ACSW
Bio:
Rosemary Jackson is a clinical instructor, child welfare and adoption specialist and coordinates the Adoption Certificate and Supervision in Child and Family Services Certificate programs for MSU School of Social Work. She has over 35 years of experience in adoption in the state of Michigan.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be prepared to:
1. Identify the impact of telecommuting on employee engagement and support through the supervisory process.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Field Liaison:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare Supervisors (CPS, FC, AD):	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

340-17 | Online: Positive Parenting with Very Young Children

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This online course will focus on ways to positively manage behaviors in children aged 2-6. Despite the fact that these can be challenging years for any caregiver, we will focus on how to enhance joyful interactions between caregivers and children. Participants will learn 3-5 strategies for helping caregivers with challenging behaviors.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Karol Wilson

Credentials:
LMSW, IMH-E (IV)
Bio:
Karol Wilson is an MSU graduate. She has over 20 years of experience in Early Childhood. She currently co- supervises the “Partnering with Parents Early Childhood Program at Starfish Family Services. She also supervises Baby Power, a parent child attachment group. She has served on the Metro Detroit Infant Mental Health Board and the Michigan Association for Infant Mental Health as a co-chair on the state board and was one of the first Michigan Association of Infant Mental Health Diversity Fellows.

Gillian Ogilvie

Credentials:
MA, LPC, IMH-E (III)
Bio:
Gillian has been working with children and families as a Licensed Professional Counselor (#6401010430) since graduating from Oakland University in 2007. She works in outpatient, home, and community settings to help clients and families achieve their goals as well as provides reflective supervision.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Describe the PRIDE skills to utilize with children during playtime.
2. Learn 3 strategies that help caregivers set children up for success.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

341-17 | Online: Transitioning to success: Promoting college access and support for youth in foster care

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This online course will examine the needs and barriers foster youth experience during their transition to higher education. You will have an opportunity to consider your role in supporting healthy transitions for young adults aging out of foster care. You will learn about resources available and best practices for supporting youth toward success in higher education and be introduced to a framework for promoting positive outcomes for youth in care.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Andrea Martineau

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Andrea Martineau is the program coordinator for the Fostering Academics Mentoring Excellence (FAME) Program in the Michigan State University School of Social Work, a campus based support program for MSU students who have experienced foster care. Andrea received her BASW from the Silver School of Social Work at New York University and her MSW from Fordham University’s Graduate School of Social Services. In addition to her work with FAME , Andrea provides training, supervision and instruction for students in the MSU School of Social Work at the graduate and undergraduate level. Prior work experience includes child welfare and work with unaccompanied refugee minors and survivors of human trafficking.

Objectives:

As a result of this training, you will be prepared to:
1. Describe the common barriers that hinder a youth’s access to and successful completion of higher education.
2. Demonstrate new strategies in preparing and equipping older youth in foster care for transitioning to higher education.
3. Apply a strengths based framework that examines resiliency, social connections and adolescent development.
4.Identify key resources and supportive networks for foster youth in higher education.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

Registration for this course is Closed.

343-17 | Online: Psychiatric Social Work: Strategies to Improve Access to Care for Psychiatric Patients Boarded in the Emergency Room

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

Psychiatric patients in the emergency room present a unique challenge for hospitals all across the U.S. These patients have wait times that are 2-3 times longer than that of medical patients which results in overcrowding, compromised patient care, and increased costs. Psychiatric Social Workers in emergency services often carry the responsibility and face the challenge of finding bed placements in a timely manner. This online course will examine the problems associated with Emergency Department boarding of psychiatric patients and discuss its impact. In addition, we will discuss practical solutions and breakthrough strategies that lead to improved access to care for these patients.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Lisa Robinson

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Lisa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience working in schools and hospitals. She earned her bachelor's degree in Psychology and Masters in Social Work from Eastern Michigan University. She works in Emergency Department as a Behavioral Services Specialist with the Psychiatric Access Department at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Explain the problems and discuss impact of ED boarding of psychiatric patients.
2. Identify strategies and solutions that improve patient access to care.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Liaison:	19
Field Instructor:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

345-17 | Online: Leadership as Art

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

As a leader in a social work organization, whether public or private, it is crucial that you understand the nature of leadership in that it is set in a climate of continual change and demands critical skills and self-awareness. Key to leadership is the concept of continual learning and honing one’s craft. These concepts and a look at two contemporary leaders and one historical leader will be disseminated in this online course.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Jeff Roley

Credentials:
MS, LBSW
Bio:
Jeff Roley is the former director of child welfare for Bethany Christian Services for Grand Rapids and East Lansing branches. He brings 41 years of experience to the field, with 33 of those years in supervision and leadership. Jeff enjoys professionally developing his staff toward future leadership and spending time with his 11 grandchildren. He earned his master's degree in social service administration from Nova Southeastern University with a focus on child and youth services.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Assess the difference between transactional and transformational leadership styles.
2. List three challenges facing the future of leadership innovation in social work.
3. Create a personal strategy for leading in the future.

Pricing Information:

General:	49
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

347-17 | Online: Working with Families Affected by Substance Abuse

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced.

Description:

The parenting between birth families, resource families (foster, adoptive and relative parents) and the child placing agency when a child enters foster care helps determine the success of the permanency plan for the child. You will learn about shared parenting, setting appropriate boundaries, safety planning, teaming, and positive engagement between resource families and birth families within the context of child welfare, and your role as a child welfare worker in promoting positive parenting partnerships.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Stephanie McCann

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Stephanie McCann has worked in the field of social work since 2007 and child welfare since 2009. In her current position, Ms. McCann works for the Michigan State University School of Social Work as Academic Recruitment Specialist and Faculty member. She has worked in foster care as a case manager, therapist, supervisor, and program manager within private agency and public settings. Her interests include trauma informed parenting, mindfulness and meditation practices, trauma sensitive yoga, child welfare recruitment practices, and all things Michigan State University.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be prepared to:
1. Describe current resources that address parenting partnerships, shared parenting, child welfare parent mentors, and developing parent supports.
2.Discuss how shared parenting positively effects the timeliness of case permanency.
3. Describe current retention research on supporting resource families who work with birth families.
4. Apply techniques to work with resource families to help them understand birth parent trauma history and its effects on parenting, engagement, and behavior.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

349-17 | Online: Extending the Welcome Mat to Our Newest Americans

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This online course will introduce you to the refugee population in the U.S. by explaining the process by which refugees come to the U.S., challenges they face as they resettle, the assets they bring, and the supports that can be put in place by agencies and schools to assist in their integration. Special attention will be paid to case management practices as well the socio-emotional support structures that can be created to meet basic needs and promote a healthy sense of well-being for new arrivals.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Gina Zerka

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Gina Zerka, LMSW has been working with refugee women and children in individual and group counseling since 2010. Currently, Gina is the Project Manager for Project PEACE in 5 Lansing Schools. This project aims to promote peaceful solutions to violence while promoting diversity of cultures within the schools.

Shirin Kambin - Timms

Credentials:
MA
Bio:
An Associate Professor of political science at Jackson College, Shirin Kambin Timms has also worked as an interpreter/cultural broker, served as executive director of an educational nonprofit, and been part of the Welcoming America / Welcoming Cities initiative in Lansing, Michigan.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Describe the process of resettlement.
2. Name at least 2 of the main cultural groups that resettle in the U.S.
3. Identify at least 2 strategies of support that help with refugee/immigrant integration.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

350-17 | Online: Never Too Old: Adoption as an Option for Older Youth

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This online course will provide an overview of the importance of permanency through adoption for older youth in foster care and introduce you to a variety of child specific recruitment opportunities to help find the right “forever family” for youth awaiting adoption. Promising practice strategies and proven barrier busting strategies will be discussed.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Heidi Raubenolt

Credentials:
MSW
Bio:
Heidi Raubenolt, MSW, is the child welfare director at Judson Center. She holds a bachelor’s degree in social work from Eastern Michigan University and a master’s degree in social work from Wayne State University.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Articulate 2 reasons why adoption is an important permanency option for older youth.
2. Identify 3 child specific adoption recruitment strategies.
3. Identify 3 strategies to utilize when encountering common barriers to permanency for older youth.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Liaison:	19
Field Instructor:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

352-17 | Online: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Social Anxiety in Children

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

The focus of this skill-based online course is on the concepts, theory, principles and procedures appropriate to the assessment and effective cognitive-behavioral therapy for children with social anxiety disorder.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Laura Lokers

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Laura Lokers is a licensed clinical social worker and co-founder of the Anxiety and OCD Treatment Center of Ann Arbor. She is an adjunct professor at the University of Michigan School of Social Work. She has specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for a variety of anxiety, mood, OCD, and OCD related disorders. In addition to clinical treatment and clinical supervision, Laura Lokers has also been involved in clinical research, primarily in the area of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and OC spectrum disorders. Currently she is a member of the Washtenaw Hoarding Task Force.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Understand social anxiety disorder diagnoses including diagnostic changes in the anxiety disorders spectrum under DSM-V.
2. Use basic skills for developing a CBT treatment plan for social anxiety disorder for children

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

353-17 | Online: School-Wide Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

School-wide positive behavior interventions and supports (SWPBS) is not a new concept; however, developing and implementing an effective program can be challenging. This online course explores the foundations of SWPBS as well as some practical strategies for developing and implementing effectively

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Kimberly Battjes

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Kim Battjes earned a B.S. degree in Sociology at CMU in 1992 and an MSW from MSU in 1999. She has been a social worker since 1992, mainly working with children and families. She has been a school social worker since 1999. She currently serves as the MSU school social work consultant and coordinator of temporary approval and interuniversity representative for the MSU School of Social Work non-credit School Social Work Competency Series. She recently began working at MSU’s Chance at Childhood.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be prepared to:
1. Describe the background and evidence in favor of SW-PBIS.
2. Describe and overview of PBIS.
3. Identify examples and sources of effective SW-PBIS.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

354-17 | Online: Caregiver - Understanding the Role of Life Books for Youth in Care

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

If you are interested in learning about the new life book that is being offered through the Michigan Adoption Resource Exchange, you will want to take this online course. Find out why life books are so important for children from the child welfare system and learn tips to help children complete a life book.

Available CECHs:

0.0

CE Faculty:

Rosemary Jackson

Credentials:
LMSW, ACSW
Bio:
Rosemary Jackson is a clinical instructor, child welfare and adoption specialist and coordinates the Adoption Certificate and Supervision in Child and Family Services Certificate programs for MSU School of Social Work. She has over 35 years of experience in adoption in the state of Michigan.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Describe the role of life books in helping children deal with attachment and
trauma issues.
2. Recognize two tips for foster, adoptive, and kin parents in completing life
books with children.

Pricing Information:

Michigan Child Welfare System Caregivers (birth pa:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

355-17 | Online: Indicators and Trends of Domestic Violence and Intervention Services

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

In this online course you will gain an overview of domestic violence and the corresponding best practice methods in supporting survivors of domestic violence. You will additionally learn about myths and facts regarding domestic violence.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Laura Donker

Credentials:
LLMSW
Bio:
Program Manager at Orchards Children Services who directly oversees family preservation services, accepting referrals from Domestic Violence shelters as well as referrals from Children’s Protective Services.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be prepared to:
1. Identify domestic violence.
2. Describe myths and facts about domestic violence.
3. Apply best practice methods of support.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

356-17 | Online: Being the Voice for the Voiceless: Legislative Advocacy for Child Welfare Workers

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

Legislation proposed in the current session has the potential to greatly impact the work you do in child welfare on a daily basis, as well as the children and families you serve. During this online course, you will learn about bills being considered by legislators and their potential impact on the child welfare system. Best practices for contacting legislators will be the primary focus, giving you the skills to advocate for needed change.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Tina Blaschke-Thompson

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Tina Blaschke-Thompson, LMSW (MSU), is the Statewide Blended and Weekend MSW Program Coordinator and an Award-Winning Senior Clinical Instructor for the School of Social Work at MSU. Her teaching includes policy advocacy, lifespan development, introduction to infant mental health, and she is the instructor for the new combat veterans course.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be prepared to:
1. Identify current Michigan legislation that, if passed, will impact child welfare workers throughout the state.
2. Describe the legislative process and with whom to intervene depending on a bill’s status.
3. Apply skills needed for effective legislator contact.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

357-17 | Online: Building Safety with Youth Through Understanding SOGIE (Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, and Expression)

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

The Ruth Ellis Center will share why and how to promote health and safety with children who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ). You will leave with SOGIE language and tips for how to identify rejecting environments for LGBTQ youth and services for this vulnerable community.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Jessie Fullenkamp

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Jessie Fullenkamp, LMSW, Director of Youth Services, Ruth Ellis Center, studied in Kumasi, Ghana and graduated from Xavier University and the University of Michigan. Before moving to Detroit, Fullenkamp worked in the Federated States of Micronesia on education and HIV.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be prepared to:
1. Describe the importance of building safety with LGBTQ youth.
2. Describe evidenced based practices for working with LGBTQ youth.
3. List resources and describe the referral process.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

358-17 | Online: Through a Baby’s Eyes: Foster Care, Parenting Time and Transitions

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This online course will examine the impact of multiple transitions on the lives of infants and toddlers in the child welfare system. Drawing upon the Infant Mental Health Strategies for Support and reflecting upon Erik Erikson’s States of Psychological Development, you will learn simple steps to facilitate these transition times so that young children can be supported as they go back and forth between foster parents and biological parents. Creating an environment which is viewed through the eyes of these vulnerable children will allow you an opportunity to support and assist all parties involved.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Molly Minnick

Credentials:
LMSW, IMH-E®
Bio:
is a Level III Infant Mental Health Specialist endorsed by the Michigan Association for Infant Mental Health. For the past 12 years she has worked in this capacity at Gratiot County Community Mental Health. She also maintains an outpatient practice where she sees children, families and couples for outpatient therapy. Molly teaches and is an invited speaker on topics related to attachment, bonding, early assessment and intervention with high risk mothers and pregnancy loss. (12/13)

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be prepared to:
1. Discuss the 5 principles of the Infant Mental Health Strategies of Support.
2. Describe Erik Erikson’s Stages of Psychological Development as they pertain to children in the child welfare system.
3. Identify the multiple transition times experienced by children in the child welfare system
4. Name 5 steps to decrease the stress experienced by infants during transition times.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

359-17 | Online: The Healing Breath: Practicing Meditation and Self-Care as a Child Welfare Professional

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This online course will focus on teaching mindfulness and meditation as forms of self-care in a child welfare context. Meditation techniques such as mindful breathing, guided imagery, meditative coloring, and music are all areas that will be explored through this online course. You will learn how to enhance your self-care tools, and learn techniques you can use “on the job”.

Available CECHs:

0.0

CE Faculty:

Stephanie McCann

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Stephanie McCann has worked in the field of social work since 2007 and child welfare since 2009. In her current position, Ms. McCann works for the Michigan State University School of Social Work as Academic Recruitment Specialist and Faculty member. She has worked in foster care as a case manager, therapist, supervisor, and program manager within private agency and public settings. Her interests include trauma informed parenting, mindfulness and meditation practices, trauma sensitive yoga, child welfare recruitment practices, and all things Michigan State University.

Avianna Castro

Credentials:
Intuitive Life Coach
Bio:
With stress being a prominent cause of many societal challenges, Ms. Castro’s goal as a meditation teacher is to guide others in improving their mental health, eradicating internal fatigue and overall improving physical well-being. Being able to assist at the University level as well as in the community, implementing meditation can reduce stress and promote clarity within the academic culture. With work experience in the field of meditation, she has developed expertise training and skills with completing the certified meditation teacher training at the McLean Meditation Institute in Sedona, AZ in 2013.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be prepared to:
1. Identify how to begin using meditation techniques during mindful breathing in order to practice self-care, calm the mind, and self-regulate emotional states.
2. Describe the benefits to meditation..
3. Apply meditation techniques as one form of self-care to do in the field, while mobile, through applications on a phone, in a vehicle, in any quiet space.

Pricing Information:

FREE- No CECH's:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

360-17 | Online: Fundamentals of Grant Writing

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

You will gain an overview on how to write a grant proposal, including the steps of research, planning, writing, and follow up. You will learn about the basic elements found in standard grant proposals, complete with examples, tools, and resources. Pitfalls to avoid and tips for success will also be discussed.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Amanda Morgan

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Amanda Morgan, LMSW received her Masters of Social Work from the University of Michigan, where she specialized in program evaluation. Amanda serves as a consultant for nonprofit organizations doing program evaluation and capacity building, and is the Coordinator of Professional Distance Education at Michigan State University in the School of Social Work.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Describe the steps in research and planning for a proposal.
2. Differentiate between a goal, objective, and outcome.
3. Describe the basic elements included in a grant proposal.

Pricing Information:

General:	49
MSU Alumni:	39
Retiree:	29
Field Instructor:	29
Field Liaison:	29
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	29
Student-MSU:	9

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

362-17 | Online: Your Role in Making Medicaid Happen

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This online course will provide a basic overview of the federal Medicaid program to include the operation of optional and mandatory services—especially Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic and Treatment (EPSDT)—and the function of the Medicaid State Plan in the provision of services. Statistics on the impact of trauma on the developing brain will be given to provide a context for understanding the increased need youth in and from state care have for medical services and the vital role practitioners play in Making Medicaid Happen for youth from state foster, adoptive, and guardianship care.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Sharon McCartney

Credentials:
JD, Juris Doctorate
Bio:
Sharon McCartney is a former Social Service Specialist and has worked with state, child welfare associations since 2002. She is a Medicaid and child welfare counsel advocating to increase state understanding of federal law to improve state practice and child outcomes.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Understand the basic construct of the federal, Medicaid program and state responsibilities and children’s benefits and rights under the program.
2. Understand and exercise their role in preempting delays and denials in Medicaid eligibility and services and be informed as to federal and state resources to access for assistance.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

363-17 | Online: Mindfulness Tools to Combat Secondary Trauma and Build Well-being Among Child Welfare Professionals

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This online course will focus on pragmatic strategies to build, strengthen, and sustain well-being among child welfare professionals. Research-supported mindfulness-centered practices that reduce stress and increase well-being will be presented and demonstrated. You will learn practical knowledge and skills to both aid stress reduction and promote well-being in an effort to support optimal professional growth and practice.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Yvonne Unrau

Credentials:
PhD, LMSW
Bio:
Yvonne Unrau is Professor of Social Work and Director of the Center for Fostering Success at Western Michigan University. She received her Ph.D. in Social Work from the University of Utah, and is a licensed clinical social worker.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, participants will be able to:
1. Define key concepts including mindfulness,secondary trauma, well-being and self-care.
2. Understand the difference between cognitive and somatic tools of mindfulness.
3. List key symptoms of stress and the signs of well-being in the body.
4. Identify three different mindfulness practice tools that combat secondary trauma.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Liaison:	19
Field Instructor:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

365-17 | Online: Dissociative Coping in Traumatized Children

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This online course will review the underlying risks leading to dissociative coping in children. Children exposed to traumatic events frequently rely on dissociative strategies to manage intolerable fear or pain. Younger children, in particular, may be vulnerable as their skills of managing stress are limited. Dissociative tendencies are easily misinterpreted by caregivers and professionals as intentional or characterological (i.e. “ignoring me” or “lazy”). Implications for assessing and treating traumatized children will be included.

*Intermediate skill level

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Connie Black-Pond

Credentials:
MA, LMSW, LPC
Bio:
Connie Black-Pond is Co-Founder and Clinical Director of the Southwest Michigan Children’s Trauma Assessment Center. She has over 30 years of experience working with children and families in the Child Welfare System and is a recognized trauma expert, including the assessment and treatment of traumatized children and adults. Connie has also facilitated and provided TF-CBT consultation (with permission from TF-CBT developers) with over 25 cohorts of therapists in Michigan, including those participating in Michigan's DHHS Trauma Initiative since 2008.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Identify 5 dissociative behaviors observable in the home or office
2. Identify when assessing dissociative coping is appropriate and how to interpret assessment tools.
3. Identify 3 treatment strategies that directly target dissociative coping.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

366-17 | Online: Integrated Ethics in the Treatment of Substance Use Conditions

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

With the advent of the Affordable Care Act, an emphasis on patient-centered medical and behavioral health homes, and the emergence of integrated health care, social workers now experience increased interaction, complex team dynamics, and shared patient caseloads. The primary disciplines in behavioral health often adhere to their respective codes of ethics, either ignoring what occurred in patient interactions with other health care professionals, or perceiving all interactions through the lens of their respective code. Since many social workers are licensed, yet are also certified in addictions treatment, the situation becomes even more complex, with service providers mandated to adhere to more than one code.

*Meets Ethics Criteria
*Qualifies as MCBAP Specific

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Thomas Moore

Credentials:
LMSW, LLP, CAADC, CC
Bio:
Thomas (Tom) L. Moore, LMSW, LLP, CAADC, CCS, founded Two Moons LLC, a training and consulting organization, in 2014. Tom has Master’s degrees in education (Indiana University) and psychology (Norwich University). He has been an instructor for Western Michigan University since 1986. SW licensure is # 6801015298 with clinical and macro endorsements.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Name the three most frequent boundary violations by social workers and substance use disorder professionals.
2. Differentiate between the code of ethics for social workers and the MCBAP code of ethics.
3. List differences between personal ethics and professional ethics.

Pricing Information:

General:	49
MSU Alumni:	39
Retiree:	29
Field Instructor:	29
Field Liaison:	29
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	29
Student-MSU:	9

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

367-17 | Online: Planning Practical and Valuable Program Evaluations in Nonprofit Organizations

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

Funding is becoming more competitive and outcomes-driven. It’s becoming increasingly important for nonprofit organizations to evaluate their programs to measure both their effectiveness and impact; however, many people are intimidated by this process and do not know where to begin. In this course, you will learn the fundamentals of program evaluation and how to plan a practical program evaluation that will be valuable for your organization. You will also be given tips, resources, examples, and templates to use in your work.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Kelley Blanck

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Kelley Blanck, LMSW, is currently the Professional Development Specialist for MSU School of Social Work Continuing Education Department. She is also a faculty member, teaching Macro level classes for the school. Prior to MSU, Ms. Blanck worked for 20 years in the public mental health field, in both clinical and macro level areas. Her areas of specialty include grant writing, strategic planning, focus group facilitation, program development, and data analysis. In addition, she is a certified Trauma Trainer, with a particular focus on foster/adoptive trauma exposure.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Distinguish between a process and outcome evaluation.
2. Describe the different components of a logic model.
3. Describe the main components of an evaluation plan.
4. Define different methods of collecting data.

Pricing Information:

General:	49
MSU Alumni:	39
Retiree:	29
Field Instructor:	29
Field Liaison:	29
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	29
Student-MSU:	9

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

369-17 | Online: Decoding Social Emotional Development: Engaging Parents and Caregivers of Young Children

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

Early identification of risks for social emotional delay is crucial for optimum development. This online course will examine the seven areas of social emotional development screened by the Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ: SE-2) and will assist you in providing parents guidance around this development.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Shannon Mathison

Credentials:
LLP, IMH-E (II), CA
Bio:
Shannon Mathison, LLP, IMH-E (II), CAADC, has been in the field of Infant Mental Health for over nine years. She received her masters from Madonna University and is a limited licensed psychologist in the state of Michigan. She is currently the Social Innovation Fund Coordinator for Help Me Grow Michigan. She also has a private practice in Livonia, MI.

Kaela Wright

Credentials:
MS, LLP
Bio:
Kaela Wright, MS, LLP, is Co-Founder of Reflections Child & Family Therapeutic Group and a Master's Level Clinical Psychologist specializing in Early Childhood and Parent Coaching. Since 2007, she has focused her work on play therapy and Infant Mental Health as both a clinician and in the last 3 years, as a Clinical Supervisor and consultant for Lifespan Clinical Services. Additionally consulting for Great Start Collaborative-Wayne, she finalized the Quality Rating Improvement System Pilot, bringing increased quality to early education centers in Detroit and is the Project Manager for Help Me Grow Wayne, working to bring developmental awareness and opportunity to children using the Ages and Stages Questionnaire tools.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Define the seven social emotional areas of development screened by the ASQ: SE-2.
2. Give examples of why awareness of social emotional development is important for the optimal development of young children.
3. Integrate parent guidance with parent engagement around the use of the ASQ: SE-2.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

370-17 | Online: Hoarding Disorder: Understanding underlying causes and how we can improve treatment

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

The focus of this skill-based online course is an overview of hoarding disorder and an introduction to the use of cognitive behavioral treatment interventions with this population. You will learn how to identify and assess individuals with hoarding disorder and how to develop specific interventions for the person. In addition, the diagnostic changes in the new DSM-5 hoarding disorder diagnosis will be addressed. The course content reflects advanced material of current relevance for effective clinical practice.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Laura Lokers

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Laura Lokers is a licensed clinical social worker and co-founder of the Anxiety and OCD Treatment Center of Ann Arbor. She is an adjunct professor at the University of Michigan School of Social Work. She has specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for a variety of anxiety, mood, OCD, and OCD related disorders. In addition to clinical treatment and clinical supervision, Laura Lokers has also been involved in clinical research, primarily in the area of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and OC spectrum disorders. Currently she is a member of the Washtenaw Hoarding Task Force.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Understand diagnostic Criteria and Assessment Tools for Hoarding Disorder.
2. Identify effective CBT interventions to address Hoarding Behaviors, as well as ineffective interventions.
3. Identify how hoarding develops and impacts patients across the lifespan.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Liaison:	19
Field Instructor:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

371-17 | Online: Child Abuse and Neglect: The Signs, Symptoms, and Consequences

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This course will provide an overview of the signs, symptoms, and effects of child abuse and neglect. The risk factors, signs, and prevalence of abuse and neglect will be discussed. Participants will gain a clear understanding and be able to identify the effects of abuse and neglect on children. This online course will utilize visual displays and allow time for questions and answers.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Gina Snoeyink

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Gina Snoeyink has over 13 years of experience in the child welfare field. Gina received her BSW from Northern Michigan University and a MSW from Michigan State University. She is currently the Director of Counseling and Children’s Services at St. Vincent Catholic Charities.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Identify the risk factors and signs of abuse and neglect.
2. Identify the consequences of abuse and neglect on children.
3. Understand and explain the impact abuse and neglect as a child can have on adult life.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

372-17 | Online: Trauma-Informed Caregiving (Part 1): Becoming Trauma Informed Parents

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Sunday, January 1, 2017

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

If you want to learn about the impact of trauma on children from the foster care system, you will not want to miss this online course. This course will help provide basic education and skills for foster, adoptive, and kinship parents of children who have experienced trauma and/or attachment disruptions. Attend this course to learn why different techniques are needed and what skills you can use to provide compassionate care that support the needs for safety and love in our vulnerable children.

Available CECHs:

0.0

CE Faculty:

Stephanie Grant

Credentials:
Ph.D
Bio:
Stephanie Grant, PhD, is a developmental psychologist who focuses on working with infants and children with attachment concerns and trauma histories. She works as a clinician, professor, and researcher. She is also a foster and adoptive mom herself, so she has real world experience and understands what it’s like to put theory into practice.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be prepared to:
1. Develop a basic understanding of what trauma is and how it affects the brain and body.
2. Describe two ways that trauma affects behaviors and emotions.
3. Recognize caregiving strategies for children who have experienced trauma that are more likely to be safe and effective.

Pricing Information:

Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0

Comments:

These trainings are FREE OF CHARGE for birth parents, foster parents, adoptive parents, and relative parent caregivers with children in their home engaged with the Michigan child welfare system. 

This course is available 24 hours a day.

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

373-17 | Online: Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Disorder: What You Should Know

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Sunday, January 1, 2017

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) is a cognitive and developmental disorder with behavioral symptoms. This webinar provides a basic understanding of the neurobehavioral profile of FASD and gives strategies for success.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Adrienne Bashista

Credentials:
B.A., MSLS
Bio:
Adrienne Bashista is the founder of Families Affected by FASD and is its principal trainer. She is located in Massachusetts but travels throughout North America to deliver workshops and trainings. Her youngest son was diagnosed with FASD in 2011 after searching for answers for 6 years. She has a B.A. from Bates College and an M.S.L.S. from UNC-Chapel Hill.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Describe the neurobehavioral profile of FASD: primary and secondary characteristics.
2. List best practices for helping manage behaviors connected to FASDs.
3. Identify caregiver needs when it comes to FASDs.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Student-MSU:	9
Field Liaison:	19
Field Instructor:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

374-17 | Online: Involving Fathers to Create Functional Families

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Sunday, January 1, 2017

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

The Dynamic Maturational Model of Attachment describes attachment strategies as changing with individual maturation and adapting dynamically to the life contexts in which children and adults use them. The DMM Functional Family Formulation goes beyond the focus on an individual’s behavior and perspective, representing an understanding of how the members of the family function together. This approach potentially can open doors for fathers by allowing an understanding of the interactional role they play within their family system.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Terry Keller

Credentials:
LMSW, PhD Candidate
Bio:
Terry Keller is currently finishing his PhD in Social Work at Michigan State University. He completed his MSW at Saint Louis University and is a licensed social worker in Michigan and Ohio. He currently works for Lourdes University in Sylvania, OH.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Discuss the Dynamic Maturation Model (DMM) of Attachment and the role of Family Functional Formulations.
2. Review how family members may come to hold convergent ways of viewing a problem.
3. Discuss the unique role fathers play in families and the lack of clinical attention given to fathers.
4. Review array of DMM assessments that can be useful in including fathers in clinical work through an example case.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

376-17 | Online: Promoting Health and Wellness for Foster Youth

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Sunday, January 1, 2017

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

A holistic approach and range of supports and resources are essential to promote the health and well-being of foster youth. This webinar will explore the unique experience of foster care youth, explore the problems and needs of these youth, and strategize about building upon strengths, while developing and enhancing protective factors will be explored.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Cheryl Williams-Hecksel

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Cheryl Williams-Hecksel is on the faculty of the MSU School of Social Work. She has been with the School of Social work since 2006 and prior to that has more than 20 years of clinical and administrative experience in public and private child welfare and mental health agencies. She is the coordinator of the School's Evidence Based Trauma Treatment Certificate. She is involved in MSU's work with the National Child Welfare Workforce Institute. She provides frequent professional continuing education related to ethics, supervision and child trauma. (6/15)

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Develop an awareness of the health and wellness needs of foster youth.
2. Identify protective factors that promote health and wellness of foster youth.
3. Strategize to meet the health and wellness needs of foster youth.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

348-17 | Online: Improving Child Well-being through Parenting Partnerships: The Value of Birth Parent and Resource Family Teaming and Collaboration

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Monday, January 23, 2017

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Stephanie McCann

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Stephanie McCann has worked in the field of social work since 2007 and child welfare since 2009. In her current position, Ms. McCann works for the Michigan State University School of Social Work as Academic Recruitment Specialist and Faculty member. She has worked in foster care as a case manager, therapist, supervisor, and program manager within private agency and public settings. Her interests include trauma informed parenting, mindfulness and meditation practices, trauma sensitive yoga, child welfare recruitment practices, and all things Michigan State University.

Objectives:

Pricing Information:

Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Retiree:	19
Student:	9
MSU Alumni:	29
General:	39

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

378-17 | Online: Teen Parents in Foster Care

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Monday, January 23, 2017

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

Growing attention has been paid in recent years to the high rate of teenage pregnancy among young people in and aging out of foster care. This online course will summarize what we know about the rate of teenage pregnancy among this population, examine some of the factors that may explain why so many foster youth are becoming pregnant and discuss prevention strategies.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Thomas Green

Credentials:
MS
Bio:
Thomas Green, MS. Is currently a Post Adoption Resource Case Manager with the Judson Center. Thomas has undergraduate degrees in Pastoral Ministries from Frontier Bible College in LaGrange Wyoming, and Family Life Education from Spring Arbor University, Spring Arbor, MI. Thomas has a Masters degree in Psychology from Capella University. He has taught Post Secondary education in research methods and psychology. He has presented trainings and workshops on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and Therapeutic Parenting. Thomas has been involved with family preservation for over 25 years. He has been with Judson Center since 2008 and has worked in the Family Reunification program as well as the Post Adoption program at Judson.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Identify psycho-emotional trauma and its impact on individual and family development.
2. List symptoms of psycho-emotional trauma in clients.
3. Identify strategies to assist your client population in achieving positive steps toward psycho-emotional healing.
4. Describe and recommend various professional interventions that may benefit your client.

Pricing Information:

Field Instructor:	19
Retiree:	19
MSU Alumni:	29
General:	39
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
Student-MSU:	9
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Field Liaison:	19

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

379-17 | Online: Primary Legal Issues Related to Working with Survivors of Human Trafficking

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Monday, January 23, 2017

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

Also known as modern-day slavery, human trafficking is the recruitment, transportation, harboring, or receipt of people for purposes of slavery, forced labor, and servitude. You will learn what legal remedies exist for survivors of trafficking and how to determine eligibility for such remedies. Discussion will include immigration, criminal, and victim rights law. You will leave with a knowledge of how to connect survivors to legal resources.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Elizabeth Campbell

Credentials:
JD
Bio:
Professor Elizabeth Campbell is a clinical assistant professor of law in the Human Trafficking Clinic. She has dedicated her legal career to serving individuals who have experienced abuse and exploitation. Her research and teaching interests focus on human trafficking, immigration, domestic violence, and criminal law. She spearheaded a pilot project in partnership Washtenaw County aimed at better responding to victims of human trafficking that are arrested and/or charged with prostitution and related offenses. Under Professor Campbell’s leadership, the Human Trafficking Clinic is currently receiving a $500,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice in order to better understand and provide services to individuals who have experience human trafficking and domestic violence or sexual assault. She regularly rains attorneys, law enforcement, medical professionals, and social services providers on assessing and identifying victims of human trafficking, as well as best practices in providing comprehensive legal services to victims. Professor Campbell received her BA, with distinction, from the University of Michigan and earned her DH, cum laude, from Michigan Law. During law school, she was a Michigan refugee and asylum law fellow with the Refugee Status Appeals Authority in New Zealand and a project coordinator for Family Law Project, a division of Legal Services of South Central Michigan. Prior to law school, she worked as an advocate at a local center providing services to survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, and stalking.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Identify eligibility requirements for immigration remedies for victims of human trafficking.
2. Distinguish between federal and state law as it relates to minor victims.
3. Describe victim rights under Michigan and Federal law.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Liaison:	19
Field Instructor:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

380-17 | Online: Chronic Pain Assessment

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Monday, January 23, 2017

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

Pain affects more than 100 million U.S. residents and most social workers will work with clients and families whose lives have been touched by chronic pain. This online course will review the biopsychosocial components of comprehensive pain assessment and integrative treatment approaches. Three pain assessment and management interventions appropriate for use by social workers will be emphasized.

*Meets Pain Criteria

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Yvette Colón

Credentials:
PhD, ACSW, LMSW
Bio:
Yvette Colón is program director and assistant professor at Eastern Michigan University School of Social Work. She holds an MSW from Smith College School for Social Work and PhD in clinical social work from New York University.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Summarize pain assessment techniques.
2. Describe a variety of traditional and integrative pain management approaches.
3. Identify 3 pain assessment and management interventions appropriate for use by social workers.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

381-17 | Online: Intergenerational Trauma and Our Work with Birth Parents: Understanding the Bridge to Success!

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Monday, January 23, 2017

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

The reality for many of our families is that generation after generation, children are exposed to interpersonal trauma in the home/family setting. Understanding how patterns of intergenerational trauma occur, how this affects parenting and life management, as well as how best to interpret our parents’ behavior to then engage with them and help them create safety and stability for their children is critical to their success and relationship with their child(ren). This online course will begin by discussing the need for screening for adult trauma exposure.

This online course is recommended for intermediate and advanced skills levels.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Connie Black-Pond

Credentials:
MA, LMSW, LPC
Bio:
Connie Black-Pond is Co-Founder and Clinical Director of the Southwest Michigan Children’s Trauma Assessment Center. She has over 30 years of experience working with children and families in the Child Welfare System and is a recognized trauma expert, including the assessment and treatment of traumatized children and adults. Connie has also facilitated and provided TF-CBT consultation (with permission from TF-CBT developers) with over 25 cohorts of therapists in Michigan, including those participating in Michigan's DHHS Trauma Initiative since 2008.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Identify three factors contributing to patterns of intergenerational trauma.
2. Conduct an adult trauma screen to identify a birth parent’s history of trauma and trauma responses.
3. Analyze at least three common adult behaviors in the context of their own childhood/emerging adulthood exposure to trauma.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Liaison:	19
Field Instructor:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

382-17 | Online: Engagement, Readiness for Change, and Transition Planning

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Monday, January 23, 2017

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This online course will take an in-depth look at three important aspects of child welfare that often do not garner the level of attention they should: client engagement, readiness for change, and transition planning. In today’s increasingly technical and evidence-based service delivery environments, it is easy to lose sight of the importance of relational foundations when serving children and families. For services to be effective, a therapeutic alliance is required; engagement, change readiness, and transition planning are important aspects of this and are also essential components to assist families in achieving success and permanence.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Timothy M. Monroe

Credentials:
MSW, LMSW, ACSW
Bio:
Timothy M. Monroe, MSW, LMSW, ACSW is the Vice President for Highfields, Inc. and is an alumni of the MSU School Social Work. In addition to his work for Highfields, Tim also teaches for Lansing Community College and is a Field Liaison for the MSU School of Social Work.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Define engagement and why it’s important.
2. Identify strategies to effectively facilitate engagement.
3. Identify evidence that engagement is present or not present in a client/worker relationship.
4. Summarize the importance of integrating transition planning as a part of the course of service provided.
5. Identify strategies and techniques to promote successful transition planning.
6. Identify the stages of change and the impact that client engagement and transition planning has on this.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

383-17 | Online: Youth Transitioning Out of Foster Care

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Monday, January 23, 2017

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

Although permanency is the goal for all children who are placed in foster care, tens of thousands of young people “age out” of the child welfare system each year because that goal was not achieved. This online course will describe what is currently being done to help prepare foster youth for the transition to adulthood and summarize what we know from research about foster youth outcomes.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Amy Dworsky

Credentials:
Ph.D
Bio:
Dr. Amy Dworsky is a Research Fellow at Chapin Hall at the University of Chicago. She is widely recognized as an expert on pregnancy and parenthood among youth in foster youth, the transition to adulthood among youth aging out of foster care, and youth homelessness. Amy is currently the Principal Investigator for a number of studies and is a co-investigator for Voices of Youth Count, a national study of runaway, homeless and unstably housed youth. She received her Ph.D. in Social Welfare from the University of Wisconsin – Madison in 2002.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Identify the factors that contribute to a high rate of early parenthood among youth in foster care.
2. Describe some of the challenges faced by young parents in foster care.
3. Summarize some of the approaches being used to improve the their outcomes.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

384-17 | Online: Post Adoption Services: Assisting Adoptive Families to Avoid Disruption/Dissolution

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Monday, January 23, 2017

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This online course will discuss the types of post adoption services that are available to families in Michigan and the challenges that families face in accessing post adoption services. The online course will also help you to understand crisis as a normal, predictable part of the adoption process and how educating families around this can enable them to make a successful transition into becoming a stable family, thus avoiding the dissolution/disruption cycle.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Lena Wilson

Credentials:
JD
Bio:
Lena Wilson is currently the Executive Director of Lutheran Adoption Service and has over 25 years of Child Welfare experience. Ms. Wilson received her bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Juris Doctorate from the University of Detroit Mercy.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Define types of current post adoption services available in Michigan.
2. Describe the challenges that families have in accessing post adoption services.
4. Identify strategies to help families plan for adjustment to adoption and plan for crisis.
5. List components of the Disruption/Dissolution cycle.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

385-17 | Online: The Welfare of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Their Families

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Tuesday, January 24, 2017

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This online course will provide information on the characteristics of autism spectrum disorders and the support families may need upon learning of this diagnosis. Emphasis will be placed on accessing the systems of support in school and community mental health and securing evidenced-based therapies.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Sally Burton-Hoyle

Credentials:
Ph.D
Bio:
Dr. Sally Burton-Hoyle, serves on the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee (IACC) at the federal level and is faculty at EMU. Dr. Burton-Hoyle holds a doctorate in counseling psychology and special education from the University of Idaho and a master’s degree in special education from the University of Kansas.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Demonstrate knowledge of the characteristics of autism spectrum disorders.
2. Describe the challenges families face when parenting children with ASD.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of evidenced based practices and therapies for children with ASD.
4. Summarize 3 critical issues related to the delivery of services to those with autism spectrum disorders and the state/federal systems that may support them.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

386-17 | Online: Understanding and Supporting Adoptive Families

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Tuesday, January 24, 2017

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

Adoptive families are often faced with complex dynamics and challenging needs. This online course will provide a better understanding of those challenges as well as several strategies on how to best support adoptive families. Gain tips for building successful working relationships with both adoptive families and youth. Learn about resources that are designed for adoptive families and how to engage them in utilizing services.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Tracy Kapusansky

Credentials:
LLMSW
Bio:
Tracy Kapusansky is a Program Manager at the Judson Center for their Post Adoption Resource Centers. Tracy has a MSW from Eastern Michigan University. Tracy is the mother of six children, four of whom joined her family through adoption. Tracy knows and understands the challenges that can come with adopting and raising children.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Describe the potential complex dynamics of adoptive families.
2. Identify ways to engage and support adoptive families and youth.
3. List resources available for adoptive families.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Field Liaison:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

387-17 | Online: Accessing Special Education Supports for Children in Foster Care

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Tuesday, January 24, 2017

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This online course will explore the unique circumstances children in foster care face in the educational system. Specifically, this webinar will explore the process, ramifications, and prevalence of children in foster care who qualify for special education.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Kimberly Battjes

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Kim Battjes earned a B.S. degree in Sociology at CMU in 1992 and an MSW from MSU in 1999. She has been a social worker since 1992, mainly working with children and families. She has been a school social worker since 1999. She currently serves as the MSU school social work consultant and coordinator of temporary approval and interuniversity representative for the MSU School of Social Work non-credit School Social Work Competency Series. She recently began working at MSU’s Chance at Childhood.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Identify the prevalence of children in foster care and special education.
2. Identify the process of seeking special education supports.
3. Describe the limitations of special education supports.
4. Identify alternative supports available to struggling children in the education system.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

388-17 | Online: Psychological and Emotional Trauma in Children and Its Impact on Adoption/Foster Care and Family Development

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Tuesday, January 24, 2017

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This online course will explore the foundations and effects of early childhood emotional and psychological abuse. The emphasis will be on how these early childhood experiences impact the course of natural child development and how you can be more effective in providing suitable social support for your clients. Information in this online course will address the needs of children in foster care, pre-adoption, and post adoption.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Thomas Green

Credentials:
MS
Bio:
Thomas Green, MS. Is currently a Post Adoption Resource Case Manager with the Judson Center. Thomas has undergraduate degrees in Pastoral Ministries from Frontier Bible College in LaGrange Wyoming, and Family Life Education from Spring Arbor University, Spring Arbor, MI. Thomas has a Masters degree in Psychology from Capella University. He has taught Post Secondary education in research methods and psychology. He has presented trainings and workshops on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and Therapeutic Parenting. Thomas has been involved with family preservation for over 25 years. He has been with Judson Center since 2008 and has worked in the Family Reunification program as well as the Post Adoption program at Judson.

Objectives:

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

390-17 | Online: Honoring and Empowering Adolescents

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Tuesday, January 24, 2017

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

Adolescence is a time of developmental transition involving many internal and external changes. You will learn about “normal” adolescent development, identify current issues teens face, as well as how trauma and environmental factors impact this developmental transition time. From a trauma-informed lens, learn strategies to honor and empower the teens you serve.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Amanda Dubey-Zerka

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Amanda Dubey-Zerka, LMSW, is the Director of Continuing Education and Clinical Instructor for MSU School of Social Work. Amanda is TF-CBT certified and has over 10 years of experience working with children, teens, and adults who have survived trauma. Specifically, much of her clinical practice focused on working with homeless and runaway youth and their identified families. (Updated 6/20/17)

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Discuss normal adolescent development.
2. Identify issues facing adolescents.
3. Implement strategies to honor and empower the teens you serve.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Instructor:	19
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0
Field Liaison:	19
Student-MSU:	9
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

391-17 | Online: Cyber Social Work: The Evolution of Ethical Social Work Practice

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Tuesday, January 24, 2017

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

You will be exposed to the history of electronic social work, the use of technology and social media in micro, mezzo, and macro settings, technology as a tool for community action and social change, professional liability/risks associated with online clinical practice, and the importance of understanding the NASW Code of Ethics and the Association of Social Work Boards’ Model Regulatory Standards for Technology and Social Work Practice.

*Meets Ethics Criteria

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Janet Joiner

Credentials:
PhD, LMSW
Bio:
Janet M. Joiner, PhD, LMSW is Chair/Assistant Professor in the Department of Social Work at University of Detroit Mercy. She is also Founder of the Institute for Cyber Social Work, an organization committed to advancing the study of Electronic Social Work.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Describe what Cyber Social Work practice is as well as understand societal problems resulting from misuse of technology/social media.
2. Describe current technological challenges facing the profession, such as client privacy/confidentiality, professional licensure, cross-state practice considerations, and other ethical dilemmas.
3. Define the role of Twitter Chats and other virtual social media broadcasting tools used in social advocacy, mobilization and community change efforts.
4. Summarize the importance of Cyber Liability Insurance when practicing in an online environment.

Pricing Information:

General:	49
MSU Alumni:	39
Retiree:	29
Field Instructor:	19
Field Liaison:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

393-17 | Online: Identifying and Assisting Victims of Human Trafficking

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Sunday, January 1, 2017

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

Human Trafficking is a crime that impacts vulnerable youth and adults through dynamics of exploitation and abuse in order to obtain financial gain. Social workers and health care providers have the unique opportunity to prevent, identify and assist victims of this crime and to help its victims move towards lives of empowerment. In this course, you will gain knowledge about human trafficking, it’s intersections with other forms of abuse, the populations affected by trafficking and indicators to lookout for in everyday practice.

*Meets Human Trafficking Criteria*

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Elisabet Medina

Credentials:
MSW
Bio:
Elisabet Medina obtained her Bachelors of Social Work from Azusa Pacific University and a Masters of Social Work with a concentration in Community Organization from the University of Michigan. The focus of Elisabet's work has been with immigrant victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking. Currently she works at San Francisco Child Abuse Prevention Center, coordinating strategic partnerships to address Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children and youth.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Define human trafficking and identify the industries where it is prevalent.
2. Describe the indicators of human trafficking in health care (including social work) settings for adults and minors.
3. Name resources for assisting potential suspected victims of human trafficking.
4. Identify overlaps with domestic violence, child abuse and sexual assault cases.
5. Describe trauma informed case management strategies.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Field Liaison:	19
Field Instructor:	19
Student-MSU:	9

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

394-17 | Online: When Stress Causes Pain: Innovative Treatements for Mind-Body Disorders

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Sunday, January 1, 2017

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

Clients often present with chronic physical symptoms for which there is no clear medical explanation. New research and clinical practices have been shown to be effective for helping these individuals significantly reduce or eliminate pain. This webinar offers you the opportunity to gain knowledge and learn skills that will be immediately applicable to their practice.

*Meets 1 hour of Pain Criteria*

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Alan Gordon

Credentials:
LCSW
Bio:
Alan Gordon, LCSW, is the founder and director of the Pain Psychology Center in Los Angeles. A psychotherapist specializing in the treatment of chronic pain, Alan is an assistant adjunct professor at the University of Southern California. Degree: MSW Received degree: USC Licensure number: LCSW25632 Licensure state: CA

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Describe the underlying mechanisms that generate and perpetuate chronic psychogenic pain.
2. Summarize key research and clinical concepts that underlie the psychological treatment of mind-body disorders.
3. Identify clients with mind-body disorders that are likely to benefit from a psychological approach to pain reduction/elimination.
4. Apply specific interventions to help clients effectively break the cycle of pain.

Pricing Information:

General:	39
MSU Alumni:	29
Retiree:	19
Field Liaison:	19
Field Instructor:	19
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	19
Student-MSU:	9

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

9500 | Online Kinship Caregiver: When the problem is Asthma- What Does that Mean?

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Sunday, January 1, 2017

Location:

Online - www.d2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This online training is for relatives raising relative children.

This is a course for parents/grandparents who are caring for a child diagnosed with asthma.

Available CECHs:

0.0

CE Faculty:

Marci Mechtel

Credentials:
DNP, MSN, RN ACCNS-P
Bio:
Marci Mechtel DNP, MSN, RN, ACCNS-P received her BSN and MSN with a focus on nursing education from Michigan State University and her DNP with a focus on pediatric clinical nurse specialist from Rush University, Chicago. Her career in bedside nursing was a PICU/transport nurse for Johns Hopkins Children’s Center. She currently is an Assistant Professor in the College of Nursing and teaches the undergraduate pediatric nursing course.

Donna Moyer

Credentials:
Ph.D, RN, PCNS-BC
Bio:
Donna Moyer, PhD, RN PCNS-BC received her BSN from the University of Michigan, an MSN from Valparaiso University, and her PhD from the University of Michigan. She has been a pediatric nurse for over 25 years. She currently works as a clinical nurse specialist at Bronson Children’s Hospital in Kalamazoo, MI and teaches a health promotion course in the College of Nursing at Michigan State University.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. State the 3 mechanisms present in asthma.
2. Discuss the medications used in asthma care both short and long acting, inhaled corticosteroids, and oral.
3. Discuss the importance of the asthma action plan
4. Understand the relationship of triggers to the development of an asthma exacerbation.
5. Uses the resources to help with home management.

Pricing Information:

MHEF Kinship Caregiver:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 31, 2020.

9501 | Online Kinship Caregiver: Kinship Caregiver: I Don’t Have Time for That!: Self-Care and Stress Reduction Techniques for Busy Caregivers

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Sunday, January 1, 2017

Location:

Online - www.d2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This online training is for relatives raising relative children.

This online training will present self-care and stress reduction tools and techniques for caregivers to improve their holistic well being. Self-care is a mindful and intentional practice which includes boundary setting, gratitude for the self, and self-awareness. Exploration of self-needs, self-assessment, and the use of mindfulness will be presented in this webinar. Resources will be focused for busy caregivers on the go.

Available CECHs:

0.0

CE Faculty:

Stephanie McCann

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Stephanie McCann has worked in the field of social work since 2007 and child welfare since 2009. In her current position, Ms. McCann works for the Michigan State University School of Social Work as Academic Recruitment Specialist and Faculty member. She has worked in foster care as a case manager, therapist, supervisor, and program manager within private agency and public settings. Her interests include trauma informed parenting, mindfulness and meditation practices, trauma sensitive yoga, child welfare recruitment practices, and all things Michigan State University.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Identify areas of attention for self-care through self-assessment tools.
2. Learn mindfulness techniques for the purpose of self-care as a caregiver.

Pricing Information:

MHEF Kinship Caregiver:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 31, 2020.

9502 | Online Kinship Caregiver: Caring for the Caregiver: Coping with Stress for Your Health and Well-Being.

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Sunday, January 1, 2017

Location:

Online - www.d2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

Caregiving can be one of the most rewarding jobs, but also one of the most stressful. It is not unusual for caregivers to neglect their own health and well-being. And yet, maintaining physical and emotional health is key to being able to continue providing care to others. This hour-long webinar will provide information on basic warning signs and preventative techniques to help you deal with common health issues such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and arthritis as well as resources where you can learn more.

Available CECHs:

0.0

CE Faculty:

Amanda Toler Woodward

Credentials:
PhD
Bio:
Dr. Woodward received her M.A. in 1997 from the University of Chicago School of Social Service Administration and her PhD in Social Work and Sociology in 2007 from the University of Michigan. She is an Associate Professor of Social Work at Michigan State University.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Identify basic warning signs of high blood pressure, diabetes, and arthritis.
2. Identify actions you can take to prevent or control these major health issues.

Pricing Information:

MHEF Kinship Caregiver:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 31, 2020.

9503 | Online Kinship Caregiver: Effectively Addressing Symptoms of Learning, Attention and Behavior Disorders in Youth within Kinship Settings

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Sunday, January 1, 2017

Location:

Online - www.d2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This online training is for relatives raising relative children.

Kinship families experience unique challenges with youth who often exhibit symptoms associated with disabilities in learning, attention and behavior. This workshop describes how mental health agencies and school settings identify and intervene with these concerns, and how caregivers may effectively collaborate in these processes. How traumatic histories relate to some symptoms will be considered. Positive behavior support strategies to address symptoms of these disorders and resources beneficial to further learning about these issues will be highlighted.

Available CECHs:

0.0

CE Faculty:

John Sougstad

Credentials:
MSW, EdS, PhD candid
Bio:
John Sougstad, Ph.D., Dr. Sougstad is currently the Assistant Director of Special Education and Clinical Supervisor for Psychological Services for Jackson County Intermediate School District. Dr. Sougstad also teaches graduate level courses as a Clinical Assistant Professor at Michigan State University with dual appointments in the School of Social Work and the School Psychology Program. As a lifelong learner he has earned a Masters degree in Social Work (MSW), as well as Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) and Doctoral (Ph.D.) degrees in School Psychology, all from Michigan State University. He is a Licensed Maters Social Worker, a Certified School Psychologist and a Doctoral Educational Limited Licensed Psychologist. For more information: http://socialwork.msu.edu/About-Us/Faculty-Staff/John-Sougstad

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Identify the unique setting characteristics of children’s special needs within the context of kinship placements.
2. Develop an appreciation for nature and nurture impacts upon development.
3. Understand how learning, attention and behavior disorders are identified and treated within clinic and school settings
4. Understand problems with learning, attention and behavior within the context of prior traumatic histories
5. Learn how to collaborate effectively to address problems with learning, attention and behavior across home, school and community settings using positive behavior support strategies
6. Become aware of pertinent resources helpful to address concerns

Pricing Information:

MHEF Kinship Caregiver:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 31, 2020.

9504 | Online Kinship Caregiver: Big Behavior and Trauma: Similarities, Differences and Strategies for Parenting

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Sunday, January 1, 2017

Location:

Online - www.d2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This online training is for relatives raising relative children.

In the State of Michigan, over 28% of children under the age of 17 have experienced two or more adverse childhood experiences, well above the national average. Adverse childhood experiences include verbal, psychological, physical, or sexual abuse (witness or victim), among other somewhat complex traumatic events (ACES Study, 2011). These traumatic experiences can greatly affect how children view and cope with life. Complexly traumatized children often behave in ways that seem random, unpredictable, withdrawn and extreme, struggling with impulse control and being able to think through consequences (NCTSN, 2017). Research and practice are now opening our eyes to the significant relationship between behavior and Trauma exposure. In this workshop, you will learn about common similarities and differences between typical developmental behaviors and Trauma behavior, as well as, the interrelatedness of each. You will receive strategies for parenting children who are exhibiting big behavior due to trauma exposure. In addition, you will receive tips and resources for further education and tools available to families.

Available CECHs:

0.0

CE Faculty:

Kelley Blanck

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Kelley Blanck, LMSW, is currently the Professional Development Specialist for MSU School of Social Work Continuing Education Department. She is also a faculty member, teaching Macro level classes for the school. Prior to MSU, Ms. Blanck worked for 20 years in the public mental health field, in both clinical and macro level areas. Her areas of specialty include grant writing, strategic planning, focus group facilitation, program development, and data analysis. In addition, she is a certified Trauma Trainer, with a particular focus on foster/adoptive trauma exposure.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Define the different types of trauma.
2. List the similarities and differences between typical developmental behavior and trauma symptoms.
3. Describe strategies for parenting children with big behavior.
4. Identify tips and resources for children with trauma exposure.

Pricing Information:

MHEF Kinship Caregiver:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

9505 | Online Kinship Caregiver: Michigan Children’s Health Access Program (MI-CHAP) Concepts, Statewide Implementation and Practical Connections

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Sunday, January 1, 2017

Location:

Online - www.d2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

The Michigan Children’s Health Access Program (MI-CHAP) is designed to improve the health outcomes of Michigan’s children on Medicaid by connecting families to resources and services to help them access primary care. Staffed with community health workers, social workers, and other staff, CHAP teams assist parents with support to get to doctor’s appointments, education around when to go to a primary care provider, and other services/resources needed to effectively work with their primary care physicians. MI-CHAP also provides services through 2-1-1, called Virtual CHAP, to help make connections to community supports. We encourage you to come and learn more about how MI-CHAP can help Michigan families.

Available CECHs:

0.0

CE Faculty:

Laura Kilfoyle

Credentials:
Bachelor of Health S
Bio:
Laura obtained her Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master’s of Public and Nonprofit Administration Degrees from Grand Valley State University and brings 17 years nonprofit experience to her current role as Michigan Children’s Health Access (MI-CHAP) Director. Laura has fulfilled many roles in her nonprofit career including; program developer/implementer, budgeter, grant writer, program manager, site developer, volunteer/staff recruiter, fund developer, strategic planner, data analyzer, among others.

Beth St. John

Credentials:
Beth holds a bachelo
Bio:
Beth holds a bachelor’s degree in Social Relations and Psychology from Michigan State University, a master's degree in Education from DePaul University and a master's degree in Information and Library Science from Dominican University. She holds the position of MI-CHAP/Integration Coordinator. Beth has experience working in public and high school libraries, including teaching, educator professional development and library services. Before joining MAUW, Beth served as an AmeriCorps Community Resource Navigator for Michigan Benefits Access in the Battle Creek area.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Understand the components of MI-CHAP and how it can help children in kinship care.
2. Understand how to access MI-CHAP services.

Pricing Information:

MHEF Kinship Caregiver:	0

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 31, 2020.

School Social Work Competency Series

891-17 | Online: School Social Work Competency Series: Refresher Course

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Monday, December 5, 2016

Location:

non-interactive,
asynchronous online

Description:

This non-interactive, asynchronous online course provides a review and update of school law issues, home-school-community assessment and intervention strategies, school social work practice skills as well as differential diagnosis and treatment of a variety of child and family-based special needs. Topics range from Positive Behavior Support (PBS) and Functional Behavioral Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plan (FBA/BIP), Crisis/Trauma Response Assessment and Interventions, Differential Diagnosis and Educational Treatment of Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders, and Updating Legal and Policy issues. You will be provided access to a secure course website that includes access to lecture materials, videos, and articles to enhance your learning. Successful acquisition of course materials will be demonstrated via online quizzes.

TO ACCESS THE COURSE: Sign in to https://d2l.msu.edu
If you have questions or concerns contact us at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060. For technology assistance contact: MSU Distance Learning Services: Local: (517) 355-2345 Toll Free: (800) 500-1554 (North America and Hawaii)

Available CECHs:

10.0

CE Faculty:

Kimberly Battjes

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Kim Battjes earned a B.S. degree in Sociology at CMU in 1992 and an MSW from MSU in 1999. She has been a social worker since 1992, mainly working with children and families. She has been a school social worker since 1999. She currently serves as the MSU school social work consultant and coordinator of temporary approval and interuniversity representative for the MSU School of Social Work non-credit School Social Work Competency Series. She recently began working at MSU’s Chance at Childhood.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1.Identify key aspects of educational laws and policies useful in advocating for oppressed students who are abused/ neglected, bullied, disabled, homeless, or sexually harassed.
2.Describe ongoing revisions to special education law (IDEA) and illustrate implications for school social work practice.
3.Perform the necessary steps to complete a mandated functional assessment of student behavior, and link these findings with a behavior intervention plan for a student exhibiting significant social, emotional and behavioral problems.
4.Articulate how to apply discipline and behavior management strategies to school-wide settings in order to avert potentially inappropriate, biased and discriminatory practices.
5.Apply research-based issues necessary for the assessment and potential special education diagnosis of students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or emotional impairment.
6.Review and evaluate the evidence-base of various educational intervention strategies for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders and/or emotional impairment and draw implications for school social work practice.

Pricing Information:

General:	169

Comments:

TO ACCESS THE COURSE: Sign in to https://d2l.msu.edu using the information you created to purchase this course. If you have questions or concerns contact us at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060. For technology assistance contact: MSU Distance Learning Services: Local: (517) 355-2345 Toll Free: (800) 500-1554 (North America and Hawaii) 

Take this course if you meet the following criteria:

1. You have an MSW and received school social work temporary approval (form 310).
2. Your temporary approval for SSW was issued over 5 years ago but not more than 10 years go.
3. You did not receive full approval.
4. You are from out of state and have gotten pre-approved from Roxanne Belfour, MDE or a representative from a degree granting university in the state of Michigan to take this course for full approval. 

If you receive for MSW from a university other than Michigan State University, present your letter of completion of this course along with the SSW application to your degree-granting university. 

Successful completion of the course is worth 10 online CECHs. Completing this
class will not lead to University credits, and no official grade is recorded by the MSU Registrar’s Office on a transcript.

Asynchronous, non-interactive, online, self-paced

428-18.1 | School Social Work Assessment: Integrating Psychological & Educational Testing

Course Date:

Monday, January 8, 2018 at 8:00 AM

Open Seats / Class Size:

0 / 30 (FULL)

This course is full and cannot accept any more registrants.

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Tuesday, May 9, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Monday, December 31, 2018

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu

Description:

This course is designed for professionals who have already obtained their MSW degree.

This 7 week course delves into the integral place of assessment within the roles and functions of school social work services. Theoretical and practical knowledge about how psychological & educational testing and measurement procedures are included in problem-solving processes within schools, and are embedded within the broader context of psycho-social assessment that leads to evidence-based interventions is examined.

Please note that text books for this course will cost approximately $200.

Prior to taking this course, please review the technology requirements at http://help.d2l.msu.edu/.

Refunds will be given less a 5% administrative fee one week before the course start date. Students who drop the course up to one week into the course will be given a refund less a 50% administrative fee. After the first week no refunds will be issued.

No incompletes will be offered.

Available CECHs:

36.0

CE Faculty:

Mark Nester

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Mark A. Nester, LMSW, has been a school social worker for over 30 years and teaching undergraduate and graduate students at MSU for the past five years. He has recently consulted with the Michigan Office of Special Education and is currently working with a private K-8 school.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1.Describe current and historical trends in theories and applications of school social work assessment practices. These include RTI, Response to Intervention and PBIS, Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports.
Objective M: Knowledge and skills in effective written communication of the assessment and evaluation results that include educationally relevant recommendations and, where appropriate, measurable goals and anticipated outcomes from service delivery.
Objective Q : Knowledge and skills for locating, selecting, and applying empirically-supported, evidence-based prevention and intervention methods appropriate for use with individuals, groups, families, school personnel, and communities to enhance student learning , development, and school success.

2.Identify desirable psychometric qualities of tests and measures, and evaluate the relative strengths and limitations of selected measurement instruments.
Objective L: Knowledge and skills in comprehensive and systematic assessment and evaluation.
Objective T: Awareness of curriculum, teaching theories, and methodologies.

3. Recognize the appropriate uses, as well as potential abuses of various psychological and educational measurement methods and instruments in schools to avoid detrimental impact upon vulnerable and potentially oppressed populations.

4. Discuss how psychological and educational testing data may be integrated into the social worker's comprehensive assessment. Multidisciplinary collaboration is emphasized.
Objective E: Knowledge of other professional educational roles to promote successful collaboration.

5.Become familiar with some specific measurement methods used in the assessment of "Severe Emotional Impairments," "Autism Spectrum Disorder," “Physical and Health Disorders,” “Cognitive/Mental Impairments," "Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder," and "Specific Learning Disabilities" in the school setting.
Objective O: Knowledge regarding similarities and differences between clinically-based definition of psychiatric disorders and educational disabilities.

6.Discuss the legal, moral, ethical, and value-based issues involved in measurement and assessment practices in school settings, and further refine your own personal perspectives on the use of these methods in school-based decision-making.
Objective O: Knowledge regarding similarities and differences between clinically-based definition of psychiatric disorders and educational disabilities.

7.Recognize the potential uses and limitations of the Internet and other computer-based technologies in the assessment of children’s special needs.

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
General:	500	500

Comments:

This course will run from  January 8, 2018 - February 25, 2018.

Asynchronous, interactive, online course

Successful completion of the course is worth 36 online CECHs. Completing this class will not lead to University credits, and no official grade is recorded by the MSU Registrar’s Office on a transcript.

Registration for this course is Closed.
this course has reached or exceeded its capacity.

430-18.1 | School Social Work Intervention: Children with Special Needs

Course Date:

Monday, March 12, 2018 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Tuesday, May 9, 2017

Location:

Online d2l.msu.edu

Description:

This course is designed for professionals who have already obtained their MSW degree.

This interactive, online, 7 week course delves into the integral place of assessment within the roles and functions of school social work services. Theoretical and practical knowledge about how psychological & educational testing and measurement procedures are included in problem-solving processes within schools, and are embedded within the broader context of psycho-social assessment that leads to evidence-based interventions is examined.

Please note that text books for this course will cost approximately $200.

Prior to taking this course, please review the technology requirements at http://help.d2l.msu.edu/.

Refunds will be given less a 5% administrative fee one week before the course start date. Students who drop the course up to one week into the course will be given a refund less a 50% administrative fee. After the first week no refunds will be issued.

No incompletes will be offered.

Available CECHs:

36.0

CE Faculty:

Kimberly Battjes

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Kim Battjes earned a B.S. degree in Sociology at CMU in 1992 and an MSW from MSU in 1999. She has been a social worker since 1992, mainly working with children and families. She has been a school social worker since 1999. She currently serves as the MSU school social work consultant and coordinator of temporary approval and interuniversity representative for the MSU School of Social Work non-credit School Social Work Competency Series. She recently began working at MSU’s Chance at Childhood.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1.To have knowledge of other professional educational roles to promote successful collaboration.
2.To develop an understanding of the current use trend in school-based interventions.
3.To have knowledge and skills for identifying factors that enhance strengths, resilience, and protection from adversity and that diminish educational and developmental risks.
4.To have knowledge and skills to provide crisis prevention, planning, and interventions services, and the impact of trauma on development, learning, and school performance.
5.To have knowledge and skills in development of behavior intervention plans collaboratively with family members, educational staff, and outside resources, personnel, and agencies.
6.To have knowledge and skills in mediation, conflict resolution, and collaborative problem-solving models.
7.To have knowledge of normative expectations for infant, child, adolescent, and young adult emotional, behavioral, social, cultural, communicative, cognitive, learning, and physical development.
8.To have knowledge and skills to evaluate effectiveness of programs and services and modify these based upon individual student needs.
9.To have knowledge and skills for locating, selecting, and applying empirically-supported, evidence-based prevention and intervention methods appropriate for use with individuals, groups, families, school personnel, and communities to enhance student learning, development, and school success.
10.To develop an understanding of the history and current trends within the professional literature relevant to the treatment of "special needs" in children, with implications for school social work practice.
To develop an understanding of the various definitions of "special needs" in children relative to child development, contextual influences, educational laws, policies, and programs as well as according to clinical classification systems.

Pricing Information:

General:	500

Comments:

This course will run March 12, 2018 - April 29, 2018

Asynchronous, interactive, online course.

Successful completion of the course is worth 36 online CECHs. Completing this class will not lead to University credits, and no official grade is recorded by the MSU Registrar’s Office on a transcript.

428-18.2 | School Social Work Assessment: Integrating Psychological & Educational Testing

Course Date:

Monday, May 14, 2018 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Tuesday, October 10, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Tuesday, October 10, 2017

Location:

Asynchronous,
interactive,
online course D2l.msu.edu

Description:

Available CECHs:

36.0

CE Faculty:

Mark Nester

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Mark A. Nester, LMSW, has been a school social worker for over 30 years and teaching undergraduate and graduate students at MSU for the past five years. He has recently consulted with the Michigan Office of Special Education and is currently working with a private K-8 school.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1.Describe current and historical trends in theories and applications of school social work assessment practices. These include RTI, Response to Intervention and PBIS, Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports. Objective M: Knowledge and skills in effective written communication of the assessment and evaluation results that include educationally relevant recommendations and, where appropriate, measurable goals and anticipated outcomes from service delivery.
Objective Q : Knowledge and skills for locating, selecting, and applying empirically-supported, evidence-based prevention and intervention methods appropriate for use with individuals, groups, families, school personnel, and communities to enhance student learning , development, and school success.

2.Identify desirable psychometric qualities of tests and measures, and evaluate the relative strengths and limitations of selected measurement instruments.
Objective L: Knowledge and skills in comprehensive and systematic assessment and evaluation.
Objective T: Awareness of curriculum, teaching theories, and methodologies.

3. Recognize the appropriate uses, as well as potential abuses of various psychological and educational measurement methods and instruments in schools to avoid detrimental impact upon vulnerable and potentially oppressed populations.

4. Discuss how psychological and educational testing data may be integrated into the social worker's comprehensive assessment. Multidisciplinary collaboration is emphasized.
Objective E: Knowledge of other professional educational roles to promote successful collaboration.

5.Become familiar with some specific measurement methods used in the assessment of "Severe Emotional Impairments," "Autism Spectrum Disorder," “Physical and Health Disorders,” “Cognitive/Mental Impairments," "Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder," and "Specific Learning Disabilities" in the school setting.
Objective O: Knowledge regarding similarities and differences between clinically-based definition of psychiatric disorders and educational disabilities.

6.Discuss the legal, moral, ethical, and value-based issues involved in measurement and assessment practices in school settings, and further refine your own personal perspectives on the use of these methods in school-based decision-making.
Objective O: Knowledge regarding similarities and differences between clinically-based definition of psychiatric disorders and educational disabilities.

7.Recognize the potential uses and limitations of the Internet and other computer-based technologies in the assessment of children’s special needs.

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
General:	500	0

Comments:

This course will run from  May 14, 2018 - July 1, 2018.

Successful completion of the course is worth 36 online CECHs. Completing this class will not lead to University credits, and no official grade is recorded by the MSU Registrar’s Office on a transcript.

429-18.1 | School of Social Work in Educational Settings

Course Date:

Monday, May 14, 2018 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Tuesday, October 10, 2017

Location:

Asynchronous,
interactive,
online d2l.msu.edu

Description:

This course is designed for professionals who have already obtained their MSW degree.

This interactive, online, 7 week course considers social work practice in the host setting of schools. It examines the challenges and opportunities of social work practice in educational settings by addressing the roles and functions of social workers within a complex ecological system of home/school/community. Topics are addressed from a multi-system, multi-modal approach to practice. Implications for social work practice involving prevention and intervention with a variety of client systems are examined.

Please note that text books for this course will cost approximately $100.

Prior to taking this course, please review the technology requirements at http://help.d2l.msu.edu/.

Refunds will be given less a 5% administrative fee one week before the course start date. Students who drop the course up to one week into the course will be given a refund less a 50% administrative fee. After the first week no refunds will be issued.

No incompletes will be offered.

Available CECHs:

36.0

CE Faculty:

Stephene Diepstra

Credentials:
PhD, LMSW
Bio:
Stephene Diepstra, PhD, LMSW, received her master’s degree in social work from the University of Michigan and her PhD in social work from Michigan State University. Stephene has been a practicing school social worker for nine years.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Describe the theoretical foundations and history of the school social work profession and service delivery.
2. Identify legal and ethical standards necessary for social work practice in school settings.
3. Explain federal and state special education laws and other legal aspects of the role of the school social worker.
4. Analyze organizational components and structural dynamics of public school agencies at local, state, and national levels, as well as identification of methods useful to analyze and influence these in order to maximize student success.
5. Integrate a broad range of experiences, personal characteristics, and background variables that influence student learning and development, including reciprocal and diverse influences of home, school, and community.
6. Illustrate skills to promote positive behavior supports for individuals and schoolwide programs.
7. Integrate skills to facilitate and coordinate student access to medical, health, mental health, social services, and other community resources, and to promote collaboration among school personnel and other community agencies.
8. Practice verbal communication in terms understandable to students, parents, school staff, and agencies.

Pricing Information:

General:	500

Comments:

This course will run May 14, 2018-July 1, 2018.

Successful completion of the course is worth 36 online CECHs. Completing this class will not lead to University credits, and no official grade is recorded by the MSU Registrar’s Office on a transcript.

430-18.2 | School Social Work Intervention: Children with Special Needs

Course Date:

Monday, July 2, 2018 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Tuesday, October 10, 2017

Location:

Asynchronous,
interactive,
online course. d2l.msu.edu

Description:

Available CECHs:

36.0

CE Faculty:

Kimberly Battjes

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Kim Battjes earned a B.S. degree in Sociology at CMU in 1992 and an MSW from MSU in 1999. She has been a social worker since 1992, mainly working with children and families. She has been a school social worker since 1999. She currently serves as the MSU school social work consultant and coordinator of temporary approval and interuniversity representative for the MSU School of Social Work non-credit School Social Work Competency Series. She recently began working at MSU’s Chance at Childhood.

Objectives:

Pricing Information:

General:	500

Comments:

This course will run July 2, 2018 - August 19, 2018.

Successful completion of the course is worth 36 online CECHs. Completing this class will not lead to University credits, and no official grade is recorded by the MSU Registrar’s Office on a transcript.

429-18.2 | School of Social Work in Educational Settings

Course Date:

Monday, September 10, 2018 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Tuesday, October 10, 2017

Location:

Asynchronous,
interactive,
online d2l.msu.edu

Description:

Available CECHs:

36.0

CE Faculty:

Stephene Diepstra

Credentials:
PhD, LMSW
Bio:
Stephene Diepstra, PhD, LMSW, received her master’s degree in social work from the University of Michigan and her PhD in social work from Michigan State University. Stephene has been a practicing school social worker for nine years.

Objectives:

Pricing Information:

General:	500

Comments:

This course will run September 10, 2018 - October 28, 2018.

Successful completion of the course is worth 36 online CECHs. Completing this class will not lead to University credits, and no official grade is recorded by the MSU Registrar’s Office on a transcript.

Supervision in Child and Family Services Certificate

300-17 | Online: The Practice of Retention-focused Supervision

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Wednesday, November 30, 2016

Location:

Online - www.d2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This online course is designed to help you become more intentional in your supervision and to make best use of supervisory time with your staff. It will introduce supervisory competencies that are known to motivate and encourage increasing confidence and staff commitment to a career in child and family services.

Available CECHs:

2.0

CE Faculty:

Rosemary Jackson

Credentials:
LMSW, ACSW
Bio:
Rosemary Jackson is a clinical instructor, child welfare and adoption specialist and coordinates the Adoption Certificate and Supervision in Child and Family Services Certificate programs for MSU School of Social Work. She has over 35 years of experience in adoption in the state of Michigan.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. List three challenges facing leaders in retaining staff.
2. Understand the principles of motivation and how to apply them to supervision with child and family services staff.
3. Describe the impact of stress and burnout on staff retention.

Pricing Information:

General:	69
MSU Alumni:	59
Retiree:	55
Student-MSU:	29
Field Instructor:	55
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	55
Field Liaison:	55

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

301-17 | Online: Communication Skills in Supervision

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Tuesday, November 29, 2016

Location:

Online d2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

As a supervisor, you can learn to use retention-focused communication skills to support staff in being the “expert” on their practice. This course will offer you a strengths-based approach that focuses on respecting the abilities of your staff and avoids dwelling on what they have done wrong. Learn about techniques that focus on asking about successes and giving positive feedback for accomplishments and find out how to help staff communicate their needs and assumptions. The benefit of looking beyond behavior to what underlies staff’s responses will be discussed, and confrontational skills that help staff grow and develop will be explored.

Available CECHs:

2.0

CE Faculty:

Rosemary Jackson

Credentials:
LMSW, ACSW
Bio:
Rosemary Jackson is a clinical instructor, child welfare and adoption specialist and coordinates the Adoption Certificate and Supervision in Child and Family Services Certificate programs for MSU School of Social Work. She has over 35 years of experience in adoption in the state of Michigan.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Describe how thoughts, feelings, assumptions, and behaviors impact communication.
2. Increase effectiveness of listening and observation skills, asking questions constructive feedback, and constructive confrontation.
3. Recognize the role that giving encouragement and using empathy play in retaining staff.

Pricing Information:

General:	69
MSU Alumni:	59
Retiree:	55
Student-MSU:	29
Field Instructor:	55
Field Liaison:	55
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	55

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

331-17 | Online: The First Six Months

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This self-study online course will help you understand and effectively deal with a staff person’s first six months on the job. As research indicates, the first six months for a new employee is the most vital as it applies to staff turnover. By focusing on the first six months, you will have an opportunity to sharpen and practice your retention skills through the use of a structured format designed to orient and develop skills in new staff. Lessons learned from this program can also help you to focus your supervision and agency practices on valuing and retaining experienced staff.

Available CECHs:

2.0

CE Faculty:

Rosemary Jackson

Credentials:
LMSW, ACSW
Bio:
Rosemary Jackson is a clinical instructor, child welfare and adoption specialist and coordinates the Adoption Certificate and Supervision in Child and Family Services Certificate programs for MSU School of Social Work. She has over 35 years of experience in adoption in the state of Michigan.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be prepared to:
1. Understand the phases a child and family services staff member goes through during the first six months of employment.
2. Explain the levels of confidence a worker will go through in the first six months.
3.Develop supervisory competencies to aid in retaining staff.

Pricing Information:

General:	69
MSU Alumni:	59
Retiree:	55
Field Instructor:	55
Field Liaison:	55
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	55
Student-MSU:	29

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

332-17 | Online: Recruiting and Selecting the Right Staff

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

Having the right people in the right positions is a critical success factor for child and family agencies where the future lives of children and families are at stake. Having the capacity and the skill to hire good people effectively and efficiently must be a leadership priority. In this self-study online course you will learn about five elements of recruiting and selecting the right staff. You will also have an opportunity to explore a six-step process for recruiting staff with an eye to retention.

Available CECHs:

2.0

CE Faculty:

Rosemary Jackson

Credentials:
LMSW, ACSW
Bio:
Rosemary Jackson is a clinical instructor, child welfare and adoption specialist and coordinates the Adoption Certificate and Supervision in Child and Family Services Certificate programs for MSU School of Social Work. She has over 35 years of experience in adoption in the state of Michigan.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Identify the role that recruitment and staff selection play in retention.
2. Recognize a framework to develop your agency's staff recruitment program.
3. Label a six step process for recruiting and selecting the right staff.

Pricing Information:

General:	69
MSU Alumni:	59
Retiree:	55
Field Instructor:	55
Field Liaison:	55
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	55
Student-MSU:	29

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

333-17 | Online: Working with Differences

Course Date:

Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:00 AM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Location:

Online D2l.msu.edu Asynchronous,
non-interactive,
online, self-paced

Description:

This self-study online course will help you focus on working with issues of staff diversity in child and family agencies. As child and family service agencies move toward developing staff that are responsive to the diverse needs of their clientele, as a supervisor you will need to be able to maximize staff capabilities with an eye toward retaining trained and experienced staff. Diversity in child and family services means meeting the needs of families and children being served as well as the diverse staff working with them. Working with difference means that you will need to be self-aware, flexible, and have a desire to broaden your repertoire of responses to ever-changing situations and people coming from a wide variety of cultural contexts.

Available CECHs:

2.0

CE Faculty:

Rosemary Jackson

Credentials:
LMSW, ACSW
Bio:
Rosemary Jackson is a clinical instructor, child welfare and adoption specialist and coordinates the Adoption Certificate and Supervision in Child and Family Services Certificate programs for MSU School of Social Work. She has over 35 years of experience in adoption in the state of Michigan.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Describe the two categories of motivation according to Herzberg’s Motivational
Theory.
2. Name the five functions of retention-focused supervision.
3. Assess your supervisory competencies in the five functions of retention focused supervision.

Pricing Information:

General:	69
MSU Alumni:	59
Retiree:	55
Field Instructor:	55
Field Liaison:	55
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	55
Student-MSU:	29

Comments:

This course includes a one hour recorded presentation, handouts and a required posttest. This course is a non-interactive, online course utilizing D2L (Desire2Learn). 
If this is the first online course you have taken with us, STOP and visit: https://community.idm.msu.edu/selfservice/ to obtain a community ID. 
After registration and payment, check your email and click the link to follow these steps to access the course: 
 Step 1: Go to the course by typing this URL in your browser: https://d2l.msu.edu  
 Step 2: Sign into D2L using the Community ID (username and password) that you created during the registration process to access the course. 
 Step 3: Click the course title and begin your course. 
For more information, to request accommodations, or file a grievance, please contact Continuing Education at swkce@msu.edu or call 517-353-3060.
This course is available 24 hours a day and will be open until December 15, 2017.

113-17 | Supervisory Skills for Managing Secondary Trauma and Workplace Stress: Part B

Course Date:

Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at 8:45 AM - 12:00 PM

Registration Dates:

Registration Starts:

Wednesday, August 9, 2017

Location:

Ingham County DHHS 5303 S Cedar St,
Lansing,
MI 48911

Description:

Supervisors can have a significant impact on reducing and mitigating the level of stress their workers experience. A number of strategies and tools have proven effective. This workshop will explore the application of a range of supervisory interventions and tools that promote resilience and retention in staff. These include strategies for engaging workers, assessing and understanding specific stressors for workers, intervening at the organizational, team and individual worker level. Supervisor self-assessment and reflection are key ingredients for assuring that these interventions are effective.

Available CECHs:

3.0

CE Faculty:

Cheryl Williams-Hecksel

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Cheryl Williams-Hecksel is on the faculty of the MSU School of Social Work. She has been with the School of Social work since 2006 and prior to that has more than 20 years of clinical and administrative experience in public and private child welfare and mental health agencies. She is the coordinator of the School's Evidence Based Trauma Treatment Certificate. She is involved in MSU's work with the National Child Welfare Workforce Institute. She provides frequent professional continuing education related to ethics, supervision and child trauma. (6/15)

Objectives:

As a result of this training, you will be prepared to:
1. Analyze barriers to employee engagements within child welfare and mental health agencies.
2. Identify the developmental support needs of employees.
3. List supervisory strategies that promote resilience with individual workers and teams.
4. Describe retention-focused supervision strategies.
5. Complete a self-assessment related to supervisory strategies.
6. Develop a plan to engage and support workers that is considerate of individual needs, the needs of the team and that focuses on managing secondary trauma and workplace stress.

Pricing Information:

General:	0

Comments:

Registration for this course is Closed.

Webinars

506-17 | Psychoeducation: Normalizing Trauma Reactions and Engaging with Families

Course Date:

Tuesday, October 24, 2017 at 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Friday, May 5, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Wednesday, October 18, 2017

Location:

Synchronous,
interactive,
online live webinar

Description:

This webinar will focus on Psycho Education in Trauma Treatment with children. Normalizing the common reactions to trauma, including brain based reactions and naming adversity aids in engaging with children and families who have been exposed to adversity and trauma will be covered.

*Trauma Certificate Elective Course*

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Connie Black-Pond

Credentials:
MA, LMSW, LPC
Bio:
Connie Black-Pond is Co-Founder and Clinical Director of the Southwest Michigan Children’s Trauma Assessment Center. She has over 30 years of experience working with children and families in the Child Welfare System and is a recognized trauma expert, including the assessment and treatment of traumatized children and adults. Connie has also facilitated and provided TF-CBT consultation (with permission from TF-CBT developers) with over 25 cohorts of therapists in Michigan, including those participating in Michigan's DHHS Trauma Initiative since 2008.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Identify the goal of PsychoEducation in Trauma Treatment.
2. Identify at least three topics to explore in the psychoeducation phase of treatment.
3. Identify one culturally appropriate strategy to consider in the psychoeducational phase of treatment.

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
General:	59	49
MSU Alumni:	59	39
Retiree:	59	35
Student-MSU:	59	9
Field Liaison:	59	5
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	59	5
Field Instructor:	59	5
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0	0

Comments:

Link will be emailed 1 day prior to webinar.

*Trauma Certificate Elective Course*

Register by October 17, 2017 to get the early registration pricing.  Prices will increase to $59 for all categories after this date. 

These child welfare trainings are offered FREE OF CHARGE for DHHS child welfare workers and DHHS-contracted private agencies' child welfare workers on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVICE BASIS.

219-17 | CW: Changing Outcomes Through Resiliency

Course Date:

Thursday, November 2, 2017 at 9:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Friday, August 4, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Friday, October 27, 2017

Location:

Synchronous,
interactive,
online live webinar

Description:

Childhood experiences, both positive and negative, can have a tremendous impact on lifelong health and opportunity. The Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study is one of the largest investigations of childhood abuse and neglect and later-life health and well-being. Study findings repeatedly reveal a relationship between ACEs and negative health and well-being outcomes across the life course. Preventing ACEs in childhood and building resiliency through the promotion of protective factors, and safe, stable, nurturing relationships and environments can have a positive impact on a broad range of health problems and on the development of skills that will help children reach their full potential. This webinar will examine practical interventions to change outcomes with children and families. This webinar will utilize visual displays, incorporate participant feedback, and allow time for questions and answers.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Lacea Zavala

Credentials:
MSW, LMSW
Bio:
Lacea Zavala, MSW, LMSW is a Supervisor for the Kids-TALK Children's Advocacy Center (CAC) in Detroit and part-time instructor at the University of Michigan-Dearborn. She received a Master of Social Work in Community Organizing and Interpersonal Practice from the University of Michigan School of Social Work in 2007. She holds both a clinical and macro license through the State of Michigan: 68011089966.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Review the 10 Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and the protective factors framework.
2. Describe the potential impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) on children and adults across the lifespan.
3. Demonstrate practical interventions for how to prevent and address ACEs, promote the protective factors, and build resiliency.

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
General:	59	49
MSU Alumni:	59	39
Retiree:	59	35
Student-MSU:	59	9
Field Instructor:	59	5
Field Liaison:	59	5
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	59	5
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	59	0
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	59	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	59	0

Comments:

Link will be emailed 1 day prior to webinar.

These child welfare trainings are offered FREE OF CHARGE for DHHS child welfare workers and DHHS-contracted private agencies' child welfare workers on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVICE BASIS.

Register by October 26, 2017 to get the early registration pricing.  Prices will increase to $59 for all categories after this date.

508-17 | Beyond Breathing: Tools for Teaching Relaxation in Trauma Work

Course Date:

Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Wednesday, May 3, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Monday, October 30, 2017

Location:

Synchronous,
interactive,
online live webinar

Description:

One of the most common components across a variety trauma treatment models is the inclusion of relaxation skills. When people think of teaching relaxation techniques, they often think of deep breathing exercises. While those are incredibly important, there are many ways relaxation can be incorporated. This webinar will identify the importance of relaxation for those who have experienced trauma and how to teach it to individuals across the lifespan. A variety of practical application exercises will be demonstrated so you can begin using the interventions immediately in your work.

*Trauma Certificate Elective Course*

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Megan Spedoske

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Megan Spedoske is a licensed clinical social worker who graduated with her MSW from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri. Her clinical work has focused on grief, loss, trauma and compassion fatigue prevention in community-based organizations and academic settings.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Summarize the response of the brain when exposed to trauma
2. Categorize various types of relaxation and describe the role of relaxation in trauma treatment
3. Identify and apply 5 techniques of relaxation

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
General:	59	49
MSU Alumni:	59	39
Retiree:	59	35
Student-MSU:	59	9
Field Instructor:	59	5
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	59	5
Field Liaison:	59	5
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	0	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	0	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	0	0

Comments:

Link will be emailed 1 day prior to webinar.

*Trauma Certificate Elective Course*

Register by October 29, 2017 to get the early registration pricing.  Prices will increase to $59 for all categories after this date. 

These child welfare trainings are offered FREE OF CHARGE for DHHS child welfare workers and DHHS-contracted private agencies' child welfare workers on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVICE BASIS.

509-17 | Webinar: Sharing the Burden of War: “Thank You for Your Service” Isn’t Good Enough

Course Date:

Thursday, November 9, 2017 at 1:00 PM - 4:15 PM

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Thursday, September 28, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Friday, November 3, 2017

Location:

Synchronous,
interactive,
online live webinar

Description:

The wars in Afghanistan and Iraq are now our nation’s longest wars, with more than 2.7 million troops deployed to these combat zones since 9/11. With suicide now taking more lives than war, the time for human service professionals to share the burden of war has come. Through the sharing of personal accounts of war, you will gain a greater awareness and understanding of combat trauma, moral injury, and other invisible wounds. You will also experience an immersive style workshop that uses multi-model instruction. You will be provided with resources available to support veterans.

This webinar is a live-stream of an in-person event, and will last 3 hours.

*Graphic content warning*
Award-Winning Instructors

Available CECHs:

3.0

CE Faculty:

Tina Blaschke-Thompson

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Tina Blaschke-Thompson, LMSW (MSU), is the Statewide Blended and Weekend MSW Program Coordinator and an Award-Winning Senior Clinical Instructor for the School of Social Work at MSU. Her teaching includes policy advocacy, lifespan development, introduction to infant mental health, and she is the instructor for the new combat veterans course.

Glenn Stutzky

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Glenn Stutzky, LMSW (UofM), is an Award-Winning Senior Clinical Instructor for the School of Social Work at MSU. His expertise and teaching includes school violence and bullying, policy analysis, disaster preparedness, and he is a co-instructor for the new combat veterans course.

Objectives:

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
General:	69	59
MSU Alumni:	69	49
Retiree:	69	45
Student-MSU:	69	9
Field Liaison:	69	15
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	69	15
Field Instructor:	69	15
FREE for veterans and family members:	69	0

Comments:

Link will be emailed 1 day prior to webinar.

*Trauma Certificate Elective Course

Register by November 2, 2017 to get the early registration pricing.  Prices will increase to $69 for all categories after this date.

220-17 | CW: The Crossroads of Child Welfare and Human Trafficking

Course Date:

Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Friday, August 4, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Thursday, November 9, 2017

Location:

Synchronous,
interactive,
online live webinar

Description:

As human trafficking and exploitation of children are increasingly recognized as a form of child abuse, what are the implications for child welfare professionals? This webinar will focus on fundamental paradigms that inform work with exploited youth, as well as practical strategies for prevention, identification, and engagement in services. This webinar will utilize visual displays.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Elisabet Medina

Credentials:
MSW
Bio:
Elisabet Medina obtained her Bachelors of Social Work from Azusa Pacific University and a Masters of Social Work with a concentration in Community Organization from the University of Michigan. The focus of Elisabet's work has been with immigrant victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking. Currently she works at San Francisco Child Abuse Prevention Center, coordinating strategic partnerships to address Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children and youth.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Describe how exploitation is similar and different to other forms of child abuse.
2. Identify the different paradigms that inform anti-trafficking work.
3. Obtain practical strategies to integrate response to exploitation within existing child welfare structure.

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
General:	59	49
MSU Alumni:	59	39
Retiree:	59	35
Student-MSU:	59	9
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	59	5
Field Liaison:	59	5
Field Instructor:	59	5
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	59	0
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	59	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	59	0

Comments:

Link will be emailed 1 day prior to webinar.

These child welfare trainings are offered FREE OF CHARGE for DHHS child welfare workers and DHHS-contracted private agencies' child welfare workers on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVICE BASIS.

Register by November 8, 2017 to get the early registration pricing.  Prices will increase to $59 for all categories after this date.

221-17 | CW: Preventing Further Harm: A Brief Overview of Trauma for the Child Welfare Professional

Course Date:

Friday, November 17, 2017 at 9:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Friday, August 4, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Saturday, November 11, 2017

Location:

Synchronous,
interactive,
online live webinar

Description:

This webinar will provide a brief overview of trauma for the child welfare professional. Focusing on trauma in infants, children, and adolescents, material will be presented on what trauma is, how it occurs, how it shapes the brain, and how to best support children who have experienced trauma. An additional emphasis will be placed on what the child welfare professional can do to protect the children they are working with from experiencing further trauma as a result of their experiences with investigations, foster care, etc. This webinar will utilize visual displays and allow time for questions and answers.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Stephanie Grant

Credentials:
Ph.D
Bio:
Stephanie Grant, PhD, is a developmental psychologist who focuses on working with infants and children with attachment concerns and trauma histories. She works as a clinician, professor, and researcher. She is also a foster and adoptive mom herself, so she has real world experience and understands what it’s like to put theory into practice.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Describe what trauma is, how it occurs, and how it shapes the brain.
2. Describe strategies for how to best support children who have experienced trauma.
3. Describe strategies specific to child welfare on how to minimize additional trauma as a result of system interactions.

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
General:	59	49
MSU Alumni:	59	39
Retiree:	59	35
Student-MSU:	59	9
Field Instructor:	59	5
Field Liaison:	59	5
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	59	5
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	59	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	59	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	59	0

Comments:

Link will be emailed 1 day prior to webinar.

These child welfare trainings are offered FREE OF CHARGE for DHHS child welfare workers and DHHS-contracted private agencies' child welfare workers on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVICE BASIS.

Register by November 10, 2017 to get the early registration pricing.  Prices will increase to $59 for all categories after this date.

222-17 | CW: “I Love My Job”: Supervision as a Tool for Preventing Burnout and Vicarious Trauma With Workers

Course Date:

Thursday, December 7, 2017 at 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Friday, August 4, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Friday, December 1, 2017

Location:

Synchronous,
interactive,
online live webinar

Description:

Child welfare workers are at increased risk for vicarious trauma, and yet the impact of exposures is often not recognized or articulated. In this training, supervisors will gain an understanding of opportunities to build agency culture and supervisory support to mitigate harm and positively impact retention. This webinar will utilize visual displays, incorporate participant feedback, and allow time for questions and answers.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Tana Bridge

Credentials:
Ph.D, MSW
Bio:
Tana Bridge is a professor at Eastern Michigan University. She received her MSW from University of Michigan and doctorate from Wayne State. She is a member of the Governor’s Task Force on Child Abuse and Neglect and holds trauma certifications. License number: 8801067013

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Recognize those events and venues for compassion fatigue/vicarious trauma exposure.
2. Recognize personal and agency factors that place staff at greater risk for compassion fatigue/vicarious trauma.
3. Identify supervision practices and changes in agency culture to promote worker well-being.

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
General:	59	49
MSU Alumni:	59	39
Retiree:	59	35
Student-MSU:	59	9
Field Liaison:	59	5
Field Instructor:	59	5
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	59	5
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	59	0
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	59	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	59	0

Comments:

Link will be emailed 1 day prior to webinar.

These child welfare trainings are offered FREE OF CHARGE for DHHS child welfare workers and DHHS-contracted private agencies' child welfare workers on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVICE BASIS.

Register by November 30, 2017 to get the early registration pricing.  Prices will increase to $59 for all categories after this date.

200-18 | CW Caregiver: Trauma-informed Caregiving (Part 2): Understanding Neurodevelopment and the Stress Response System

Course Date:

Friday, January 19, 2018 at 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Friday, August 4, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Saturday, January 13, 2018

Location:

Synchronous,
interactive,
online live webinar

Description:

Building on a previous training of how to become a trauma-informed parent, part 2
will examine neurodevelopment and the stress response system. This training will explore in more depth how trauma can alter development and examine emotional and behavioral differences that may result. Special attention will be given to
developments that might have occurred within the special population of children from the child welfare system.

Available CECHs:

0.0

CE Faculty:

Stephanie Grant

Credentials:
Ph.D
Bio:
Stephanie Grant, PhD, is a developmental psychologist who focuses on working with infants and children with attachment concerns and trauma histories. She works as a clinician, professor, and researcher. She is also a foster and adoptive mom herself, so she has real world experience and understands what it’s like to put theory into practice.

Objectives:

As a result of this training, you will be prepared to:
1. Identify two differences in neurodevelopment due to trauma.
2. Recognize basic concepts of the stress response system.
3. Identify two differences in stress response due to trauma.

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
Michigan Child Welfare System Caregivers (birth pa:	0	0

Comments:

Free to MI Child Welfare System Caregivers (birth parents, adoptive, foster, and Kinship caregivers)

Link will be emailed 1 day prior to webinar.

201-18 | CW: Connecting Brain and Behavior

Course Date:

Monday, January 22, 2018 at 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Friday, August 4, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Tuesday, January 16, 2018

Location:

Synchronous,
interactive,
online live webinar

Description:

This webinar will focus on atypical brain development resulting from exposure to prenatal teratogens and/or prenatal and early childhood chronic trauma. Resulting behavioral, emotional, and social concerns will be explored. Common interventions will be discussed and evaluated through a neurobiological lens.This webinar will utilize visual displays and allow time for questions and answers.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Teri Pardee

Credentials:
Ph.D
Bio:
Terri Pardee Ph.D., LPC (Michigan 6401008157) is a psychology professor at Spring Arbor University and Director of Bounce, an enrichment program for children ages 3-10 who have experienced chronic trauma. She earned her PhD in Counseling Psychology from Andrews University. Dr. Pardee has experience as a high school counselor and CMH therapist.

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Identify a minimum of 3 specific brain structures that are impacted by prenatal teratogen exposure and describe the impact of prenatal and postnatal trauma on the developing brain.
2. Discuss the neurobiological basis of attachment.
3. Given the scenario of a child with behavioral challenges, participants will be able to use knowledge of brain development to inform intervention.

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
General:	59	49
MSU Alumni:	59	39
Retiree:	59	35
Student-MSU:	59	9
Field Instructor:	59	5
Field Liaison:	59	5
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	59	5
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	59	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	59	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	59	0

Comments:

Link will be emailed 1 day prior to webinar.

These child welfare trainings are offered FREE OF CHARGE for DHHS child welfare workers and DHHS-contracted private agencies' child welfare workers on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVICE BASIS.

Register by January 17, 2018 to get the early registration pricing. Prices will increase to $59 for all categories after this date.

202-18 | CW Leadership: Supervision Strategies for Managing Secondary Trauma and Workplace Stress

Course Date:

Wednesday, January 24, 2018 at 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Friday, August 4, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Thursday, January 18, 2018

Location:

Synchronous,
interactive,
online live webinar

Description:

Exposure to trauma and other stressors is unavoidable in child welfare work. Several interventions at the organizational level are proven to promote resilience and well-being among workers. Supervision has been identified as a primary strategy that supports resiliency in workers and mitigates the impact of these stressors. This webinar will prepare supervisors to identify and assess signs of secondary trauma and other workplace stress as well as identify evidence-based strategies for intervening and supporting workers.

*Going Green- See comments box.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Cheryl Williams-Hecksel

Credentials:
LMSW
Bio:
Cheryl Williams-Hecksel is on the faculty of the MSU School of Social Work. She has been with the School of Social work since 2006 and prior to that has more than 20 years of clinical and administrative experience in public and private child welfare and mental health agencies. She is the coordinator of the School's Evidence Based Trauma Treatment Certificate. She is involved in MSU's work with the National Child Welfare Workforce Institute. She provides frequent professional continuing education related to ethics, supervision and child trauma. (6/15)

Objectives:

As a result of this training, you will be prepared to:
1. Identify signs of secondary trauma and workplace stress.
2. Identify strategies to engage workers in identification of workplace related stressors.
3. Describe supervisory strategies for intervention related to traumatic and workplace stress

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
DHHS Child Welfare Supervisors (CPS, FC, AD):	0	0

Comments:

Zoom Link will be emailed 1 day prior to webinar. 

FREE OF CHARGE for DHHS and DHHS- contracted private agency SUPERVISORS on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS.

*We are Going Green! In the spirit of going Spartan “Green,” we will not be distributing printed materials during our in-person events. Instead, we have developed a resource webpage that will host materials such as the PowerPoint presentations, and
resources. The link to this page will be emailed to you prior to the training.
We will provide lined paper to take notes on at the program event; however, if you prefer to have the PowerPoint or any of the materials in front of you, please ensure you print them prior to your arrival. We encourage you to bring electronic devices to refer to the handouts link if you do not wish to print them ahead of time.

203-18 | CW: “Who Am I?” Fostering Identity Development With Foster and Adopted Youth

Course Date:

Tuesday, January 30, 2018 at 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Friday, August 4, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Wednesday, January 24, 2018

Location:

Synchronous,
interactive,
online live webinar

Description:

A critical developmental task for youth is identity development. Lived experiences and losses inherent in foster care/adoption often create ambiguity and uncertainty leading to grief, loss of self-esteem, and personal challenges. This webinar will explore these challenges and provide opportunities to foster healthy identity development.This webinar will utilize visual displays, incorporate participant feedback, and allow time for questions and answers.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Tana Bridge

Credentials:
Ph.D, MSW
Bio:
Tana Bridge is a professor at Eastern Michigan University. She received her MSW from University of Michigan and doctorate from Wayne State. She is a member of the Governor’s Task Force on Child Abuse and Neglect and holds trauma certifications. License number: 8801067013

Objectives:

As a result of this course, you will be able to:
1. Explore the developmental challenges of youth.
2. Articulate the challenges in youth development specific to foster care/adoption.
3. Recognize opportunities and techniques in fostering healthy identify development.

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
General:	59	49
MSU Alumni:	59	39
Retiree:	59	35
Student-MSU:	59	9
Field Instructor:	59	5
Field Liaison:	59	5
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	59	5
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	59	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	59	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	59	0

Comments:

Link will be emailed 1 day prior to webinar.

These child welfare trainings are offered FREE OF CHARGE for DHHS child welfare workers and DHHS-contracted private agencies' child welfare workers on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVICE BASIS.

Register by January 23, 2018 to get the early registration pricing. Prices will increase to $59 for all categories after this date.

204-18 | CW Caregiver: Trauma-informed Caregiving (Part 3): Practical Parenting Strategies

Course Date:

Friday, February 9, 2018 at 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Friday, August 4, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Saturday, February 3, 2018

Location:

Synchronous,
interactive,
online live webinar

Description:

Building on previous trainings of how to become a trauma-informed parent and the understanding of neurodevelopment and the development of the stress response system, part 3 will focus on specific parenting strategies for caring for children with trauma histories. Attention will be given to what is likely to be more effective as well as strategies that may not be effective. Focus will be given to strategies related to foster, adoptive, and kin children.

Available CECHs:

0.0

CE Faculty:

Stephanie Grant

Credentials:
Ph.D
Bio:
Stephanie Grant, PhD, is a developmental psychologist who focuses on working with infants and children with attachment concerns and trauma histories. She works as a clinician, professor, and researcher. She is also a foster and adoptive mom herself, so she has real world experience and understands what it’s like to put theory into practice.

Objectives:

As a result of this training, you will be prepared to:
1.List two caregiving strategies that may not be effective for children from the child welfare system.
2. List two caregiving strategies that are likely to be more effective for children from the child welfare system.
3. Articulate the differences between an effective and ineffective caregiving strategy.

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
Michigan Child Welfare System Caregivers (birth pa:	0	0

Comments:

Free to MI Child Welfare System Caregivers (birth parents, adoptive, foster, and Kinship caregivers)

Zoom Link will be emailed 1 day prior to webinar.

205-18 | CW: Why It’s Wrong to Assume Infants Are Resilient: Exploring the Effects of Trauma in Pregnancy and Infancy

Course Date:

Friday, February 16, 2018 at 9:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Registration Dates:

Early Registration Starts:

Friday, August 4, 2017

Early Registration Ends:

Saturday, February 10, 2018

Location:

Synchronous,
interactive,
online live webinar

Description:

This webinar will explore the nature of and effects of trauma in pregnancy and infancy. It will cover topics such as resiliency, infant development and mental health, attachment, and interventions specific to children who have been affected by trauma during pregnancy or as an infant. This webinar will utilize visual displays and allow time for questions and answers.

Available CECHs:

1.0

CE Faculty:

Stephanie Grant

Credentials:
Ph.D
Bio:
Stephanie Grant, PhD, is a developmental psychologist who focuses on working with infants and children with attachment concerns and trauma histories. She works as a clinician, professor, and researcher. She is also a foster and adoptive mom herself, so she has real world experience and understands what it’s like to put theory into practice.

Objectives:

As a result of this training, you will be prepared to:
1. Develop an understanding of what trauma is and how it can occur during pregnancy or in infancy.
2. Understand what attachment is and the protective role secure attachment provides to the infant who experiences trauma.
3. Recognize some of the common indicators in infants that mental health intervention may be warranted.

Pricing Information:
	On-time Registration:	Early Registration:
General:	59	49
MSU Alumni:	59	39
Retiree:	59	35
Student-MSU:	59	9
MSU School of Social Work Faculty:	59	5
Field Liaison:	59	5
Field Instructor:	59	5
DHHS Child Welfare employee:	59	0
DHHS contracted private agency (FC) and (AD):	59	0
Michigan Federation for CHildren and Families Memb:	59	0

Comments:

Link will be emailed 1 day prior to webinar.

These child welfare trainings are offered FREE OF CHARGE for DHHS child welfare workers and DHHS-contracted private agencies' child welfare workers on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVICE BASIS.

Register by February 9, 2018 to get the early registration pricing. Prices will increase to $59 for all categories after this date.